1
Q
Initial action at a scene where an offender is present
A
Separate suspect from others at scene
Condition of suspect - injured, drunk, drugged, mental
Ask to remain and co-operate with Police
Arrest if grounds to
Search suspect, vehicle, vicinity
Note appearance - marks/tattoos/cuts/dirt etc.
Note behaviour/demeanour
Note everything said, consider preliminary interview
2
Q
What to advise a scene guard
A
Give O/C's contact details Deny any person access to the scene unless expressly authorised by O/C Maintain a scene log Protect scene Avoid disturbance of scene Control movements
