Basic Information
what 3 things should be listed in the introduction of an offense report
What is Date, time, and location of the incident clearly documented
a person harmed, injured, or killed as a result of a crime, accident, or other event or action
What is a Victim
A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.
What is a Narrative
Identifies the individuals or groups involved in the subject
What is Who
Any material or statement used to prove a crime (physical or testimonial).
What is evidence
This number is solely associated with a particular offense.
What is a Case Number or Incident Number
Another name for DOB
What is Date of Birth
Concerned with what is actually the case rather than interpretations of or reactions to it.
What is Factual
Explains the event, action, or subject itself.
Who is What !
The location where the offense occurred.
What is a Crime Scene
a unique identifying number, most commonly associated with police officers, which serves as an identifier for the individual officer
What is a Badge Number
A person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, take place.
What is a Witness
Not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts.
What is Objective
Specifies the time or date the event occurred or will occur
What is When
Tangible items like weapons, fingerprints, or clothing.
What is Physical Evidence
A particular place or position.
What is a location
A detailed account of an object's or person's observable characteristics, including aspects like size, shape, color, texture, and other features, including height and weight
What is a Physical Description
starting with the earliest and following the order in which they occurred.
Chronological order
Pinpoints the location where the event or subject is situated.
What is Where
Unlawful entry with intent to commit a crime.
What is a Burglary
A person who contacts the police to report an incident, request assistance, or provide information.
What is a Caller or Reportee
Who is legally authorized to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and maintain public order.
What is a Policeman
The process of doing something
What is an Action
Details the reasons or motivations behind the event or subject.
What is Why
Taking property from a person by force or threat.
What is a Robbery