Wednesday, August 29, 2007

What did that person look like?

HOW TO DESCRIBE A SUSPECT
An accurate description of the suspect and vehicle involved in any crime is
important in the apprehension of the criminal. Try to notice and remember the
following characteristics of a suspect, write them down if possible, and give this
information to the 9-1-1 operator when calling law enforcement to report the
crime:
Suspect
.. Sex
.. Race
.. Age
.. Height (Estimate in 2 inch blocks. Example: About
5’8” and use your own height or surroundings on
which to base your estimate.)
.. Weight (Estimate in blocks of ten pounds. Example:
130 to 140 pounds)
.. Build (Describe the frame and body type. Example:
large, medium, or small frame, heavy, slim, stocky,
obese, frail.)
.. Hair (color; texture – thick, thin, balding, fine, course;
style – straight, wavy, curly, frizzy); style it is worn, length. Do not
forget facial hair (mustache, beard, sideburns)
.. Clothing (Start at the top and work down – hat to shoes, noting the
color, types, brands, prints and logos.)
.. Characteristics (These include any and all distinguishing marks, scars,
tattoos, speech patterns, jewelry, eyeglasses, etc.)
.. Direction and mode of travel (In what direction, or towards what area
and, if on foot, bicycle, car, etc.)

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