How do they match: Detectives and Criminal Investigators

  • Missing Persons Investigator

  • Secure persons at scene, keeping witnesses from conversing or leaving the scene before investigators arrive.
  • Secure deceased body and obtain evidence from it, preventing bystanders from tampering with it prior to medical examiner's arrival.
  • Block or rope off scene and check perimeter to ensure that entire scene is secured.
  • Obtain facts or statements from complainants, witnesses, and accused persons and record interviews, using recording device.
  • Provide information to lab personnel concerning the source of an item of evidence and tests to be performed.
  • Question individuals or observe persons and establishments to confirm information given to patrol officers.
  • Summon medical help for injured individuals and alert medical personnel to take statements from them.

  • Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to share information.
  • Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel.
  • Request emergency personnel.