Serious Crime Investigation

Question 1

What is VAWSEEPO

Answer 1

Victim - identify and locate
Appreciation - make an initial appreciation of the incident
Witnesses - locate and contain
Scene - preserve
Exhibits - note evidence and preserve any that would be lost
Elements - of alleged offence satisfied
Powers - what are available and if to execute
Offenders - identify and apprehend

Question 2

What are benefits of making an appreciation

Answer 2

1. Establishes a sequence of activities to be carried out
2. Eliminates duplication
3. Ensures nothing is overlooked
4. Effective use of resources
5. Reduces uncertainty
6. Informs all police what they are expected to achieve
7. Increases the chance of success
8. Manages risk

Question 3

What is required to conduct an appreciation

Answer 3

Aim - single objective
Factors - fact that could have an effect on the manner in which you will achieve your outcome (so what?)
Courses open - possible ways aim can be achieved
Plan - outcome to appreciation

Question 4

What will OC investigation expect from officer in initial charge

Answer 4

• what has happened
• what actions have been taken
• what has not been done
• what needs to be done