How do they match: Detectives and Criminal Investigators

  • Missing Persons Investigator

  • Examine records and governmental agency files to find identifying data about suspects.
  • 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.
  • Secure persons at scene, keeping witnesses from conversing or leaving the scene before investigators arrive.
  • Summon medical help for injured individuals and alert medical personnel to take statements from them.

  • Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel.
  • Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities.
  • Request emergency personnel.
  • Use databases to locate investigation details or other information.