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What is the primary objective of a preliminary investigation in a sexual assault case?
What is the primary objective of a preliminary investigation in a sexual assault case?
- To document the crime scene
- To identify the perpetrator
- To provide support to the victim
- To gather evidence for prosecution (correct)
What is the significance of a suspect being a 'Secretor' in a criminal investigation?
What is the significance of a suspect being a 'Secretor' in a criminal investigation?
- It determines the suspect's motive
- It indicates a higher likelihood of conviction
- It reveals a suspect's alibi
- It affects the reliability of DNA evidence (correct)
What is the initial duty of the first responding officer at a sexual assault scene?
What is the initial duty of the first responding officer at a sexual assault scene?
- To administer medical aid
- To interview the victim
- To apprehend the suspect
- To secure the crime scene (correct)
What type of information should the first responding officer or investigator collect during the initial investigation of a sexual assault?
What type of information should the first responding officer or investigator collect during the initial investigation of a sexual assault?
What is the best way to locate and identify physical evidence at a sexual assault scene?
What is the best way to locate and identify physical evidence at a sexual assault scene?
What is the preferred environment for interviewing a sexual assault victim?
What is the preferred environment for interviewing a sexual assault victim?
What is the purpose of the 'two-interview process' in sexual assault investigations?
What is the purpose of the 'two-interview process' in sexual assault investigations?
Why is it essential to prepare a thorough and complete police report in sexual assault cases?
Why is it essential to prepare a thorough and complete police report in sexual assault cases?
What is the primary goal of a Victim Rape Kit?
What is the primary goal of a Victim Rape Kit?
What is the purpose of a Suspect Rape Kit?
What is the purpose of a Suspect Rape Kit?
What is a secretor in the context of forensic science?
What is a secretor in the context of forensic science?
What is the first priority of a first responding officer in a rape case?
What is the first priority of a first responding officer in a rape case?
What is the purpose of conducting a canvass of the area?
What is the purpose of conducting a canvass of the area?
What type of information should be obtained from the victim as quickly as possible?
What type of information should be obtained from the victim as quickly as possible?
What is the best way to identify evidence at a sexual assault crime scene?
What is the best way to identify evidence at a sexual assault crime scene?
What type of evidence is commonly found at sexual assault crime scenes?
What type of evidence is commonly found at sexual assault crime scenes?
What should be done with the victim's clothing if it may contain evidence?
What should be done with the victim's clothing if it may contain evidence?
Why should the officer explain the importance of gathering information quickly to the victim?
Why should the officer explain the importance of gathering information quickly to the victim?
What is the primary purpose of collecting a suspect's cigarette butts at a crime scene?
What is the primary purpose of collecting a suspect's cigarette butts at a crime scene?
What is the benefit of having the reporting officer or investigator transport the victim to the hospital?
What is the benefit of having the reporting officer or investigator transport the victim to the hospital?
What should be included in the investigator's interview with hospital personnel concerning the victim's condition?
What should be included in the investigator's interview with hospital personnel concerning the victim's condition?
Why is it recommended to interview the victim in a quiet room or area at the hospital?
Why is it recommended to interview the victim in a quiet room or area at the hospital?
What is the purpose of the initial interview at the location where the assault occurred?
What is the purpose of the initial interview at the location where the assault occurred?
What should be the primary consideration when conducting the initial interview with the victim?
What should be the primary consideration when conducting the initial interview with the victim?
What is the recommended approach to interviewing the victim at their residence?
What is the recommended approach to interviewing the victim at their residence?
What is the primary benefit of using a composite sketch or photo ID of the suspect?
What is the primary benefit of using a composite sketch or photo ID of the suspect?
What is the purpose of locating evidence at the crime scene, including residential structures and other buildings?
What is the purpose of locating evidence at the crime scene, including residential structures and other buildings?
What is the recommended approach to conducting multiple interviews with the victim?
What is the recommended approach to conducting multiple interviews with the victim?
What is the purpose of a professional interview with the victim before they are transported or start to shut down?
What is the purpose of a professional interview with the victim before they are transported or start to shut down?
Why is it necessary to rope off the area where the assault occurred and an extensive additional area?
Why is it necessary to rope off the area where the assault occurred and an extensive additional area?
What is the primary reason for writing a complete and thorough police report?
What is the primary reason for writing a complete and thorough police report?
What is the consequence of not documenting all information during the initial investigation?
What is the consequence of not documenting all information during the initial investigation?
Why is a complete report essential for courtroom testimony?
Why is a complete report essential for courtroom testimony?
What is the purpose of reporting adult victims of human trafficking to the Missouri Department of Social Services?
What is the purpose of reporting adult victims of human trafficking to the Missouri Department of Social Services?
What should be done if the incident involves a child under the age of 18?
What should be done if the incident involves a child under the age of 18?
What is the purpose of seizing and towing a vehicle involved in an assault?
What is the purpose of seizing and towing a vehicle involved in an assault?
Study Notes
Sexual Assault Investigation
- Victim and Suspect Rape Kits:
- Victim Rape Kit: performed by medical personnel, seized by investigating officer, and conveyed to crime lab for trace evidence left by suspect
- Suspect Rape Kit: performed by crime scene officer, seized and conveyed to crime lab for trace evidence deposited by victim
- Secretor: an individual who secretes their blood type through saliva, blood, urine, and eye fluid; about 30% of population are secretors
- Duty of First Responding Officer:
- Provide aid to victim with care and concern for recovery process
- Protect victim from further harm and onlookers/media
- Initial Information Obtained by Officer/Investigator:
- Suspect, vehicle, and time element information from victim
- Conduct area canvass, gather information from neighbors and onlookers
- Physical Evidence at Crime Scene:
- Fingerprints: point of entry, exit, and throughout the crime scene area
- Semen: at location of sexual assault, on victim's clothing, and in hospital examination
- Blood: if suspect was injured during assault
- Cigarette butts: tobacco products for DNA and secretor status
- Hair: head, body, and pubic hair from suspect
- Skin: found under fingernails of victim
- Composite Sketch or Photo ID of Suspect: obtained from victim and witnesses
- Best Mode of Transportation for Victim to Hospital:
- Reporting officer or investigator transport victim for continuous interviewing and evidence preservation
- Duties of Investigator at Hospital:
- Obtain victim rape kit from hospital
- Interview hospital personnel about victim's condition
- Interview Environment with Victim:
- Conduct interview in a quiet room or area without family members or friends present
- Use a professional and confident approach to gain victim's trust
- The Two-Interview Process with Victim:
- First interview at location where assault occurred for basic information and evidence
- Second interview at hospital or other location for in-depth information
- Three Types of Locations where Sexual Assaults Most Commonly Occur:
- Residential structures or other buildings
- Vehicles
- Outside areas (parks, common ground areas, etc.)
- Process for Locating Evidence at Crime Scenes:
- Residential structures: walk around entire structure, locate point of entry and exit, and look for property or items belonging to victim or suspect
- Vehicles: treat entire vehicle and area around vehicle as a crime scene
- Outside areas: rope off area where assault occurred and extensive surrounding area
- Importance of a Thorough Police Report:
- For benefit of follow-up investigators and future use
- Facts documented for prosecutor and courtroom testimony
- Reporting Adult Victims of Human Trafficking:
- Report to Missouri Department of Social Services using web address https://apps.dss.mo.gov/HumanTrafficking/
- Reporting Child Victims of Human Trafficking:
- Contact the Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-392-3738
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This quiz covers the procedures to follow when investigating a crime scene, including searching for evidence and processing vehicles. It emphasizes the importance of interviewing victims and examining the area around the crime scene.
