Homicide and Missing Persons Support Quiz

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When assigned to notify a next of kin of a death on behalf of another police service, what information should be obtained from the original eReport?

Information on the deceased's personal belongings

Information about the funeral arrangements

Details of the deceased's estate

Information concerning the deceased such as how, when and where the death occurred (correct)

If attempts to reach a relative/next of kin are unsuccessful, what action should be taken?

Send a notification by email

Request assistance from external agencies

Add supplementary information to the original eReport

Notify a supervisory officer (correct)

When it is necessary to request the notification of a next of kin by another police service, what action should be taken?

Notify the media for assistance

Notify a supervisory officer and advise of the details (correct)

Contact the local community center

Seek assistance from a legal advisor

What should be done if notified that notification of next of kin in person is unsuccessful?

Ensure compliance with item 47 Signup and view all the answers

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What action should be taken upon receiving a request for notification of a next of kin outside the jurisdiction of the Service?

Contact a supervisor at the appropriate police service and provide the information listed in item 44 Signup and view all the answers

If continued efforts to notify the next of kin are still unsuccessful, what action should be taken?

Advise the detective sergeant Signup and view all the answers

Upon successful notification of the relative/next of kin, what action should be taken?

Ensure compliance with item 49 Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken when advised that notification of next of kin in person is unsuccessful?

Ensure compliance with item 47 Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of police officers when the next of kin is absent or cannot be determined?

Remain with the body, search for next of kin information, and secure valuables Signup and view all the answers

What do police officers do when drugs are found or seized at a sudden death scene?

Comply with Procedure 09–04 Signup and view all the answers

What is recorded by police officers at a sudden death scene?

The deceased's medical information, bank accounts, and insurance policies Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the first supervisory officer at a sudden death scene?

Ensuring the quality and thoroughness of the uniform response Signup and view all the answers

How do police officers handle unnatural sudden death scenes?

They take charge, ensure appropriate notifications are made, and provide assistance and direction Signup and view all the answers

What happens when intimate partners are the only witnesses at a sudden death scene?

Police officers remain vigilant for foul play and ensure attendance of a divisional detective Signup and view all the answers

What do police officers do when firearms are involved at a sudden death scene?

Notify the Office of the Chief Coroner Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when the next of kin is present at the location of a natural sudden death?

Search the deceased and list valuables and personal effects in the memorandum book Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if concerns arise about the well-being of the next of kin?

Offer the use of Victim Services Toronto and consider contacting other family members, neighbours, friends, or clergy to assist Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if no autopsy has been ordered?

Ensure the well-being of the next of kin prior to leaving the scene, including assistance in contacting a funeral service Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the deceased is obviously destitute?

Advise the next of kin they may apply to Toronto Social Services for burial or to the Last Post Fund if the deceased is a former member of the Canadian Forces Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with valuables and personal effects when the next of kin is present?

Give all valuables and personal effects to the next of kin, requesting that they sign the memorandum book in receipt Signup and view all the answers

What should be offered to the next of kin in compliance with Procedure 04-31?

The use of Victim Services Toronto Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for managing major cases in accordance with the Ontario Major Case Management Manual and Procedure 05–01?

The Major Case Manager Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if an intimate partner is the only witness or present at the scene of a sudden unexpected death?

Investigate suspicious circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when notified of an unnatural sudden death?

Detective personnel must attend the scene and send a report to the Office of the Chief Coroner Signup and view all the answers

When dealing with the death of a child under five, what specific procedures must be followed?

Attend the scene and autopsy, and follow specific procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary when it is necessary to notify next of kin of a death?

Notification must be made in a compassionate and professional manner Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a suicide note is found?

It must be scanned and attached to the original report and e-transferred to the Office of the Chief Coroner Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Homicide and Missing Persons is a resource for investigations of unidentified human remains, providing guidance and support.
When dealing with the death of a child under five, sudden unexpected death, suspicious death, or suspected homicide, certain procedures must be followed.
If an intimate partner is the only witness or present at the scene of a sudden unexpected death, suspicious circumstances must be investigated.
When a suicide note is found, it must be scanned and attached to the original report and e-transferred to the Office of the Chief Coroner.
When the deceased cannot be identified, steps must be taken to collect identifying information, including fingerprints, photographs, and dental records.
The Officer in Charge is responsible for ensuring an appropriate response to a death investigation and reporting to the Office of the Chief Coroner.
When notified of an unnatural sudden death, detective personnel must attend the scene and a copy of the report must be sent to the Office of the Chief Coroner.
If the deceased is a child under eighteen, the investigator must attend the scene and autopsy, and follow specific procedures.
The Major Case Manager is responsible for managing major cases in accordance with the Ontario Major Case Management Manual and Procedure 05–01.
When it is necessary to notify next of kin of a death, the notification must be made in a compassionate and professional manner.
The Next of Kin Information screen page must be completed when notifying next of kin of a death.
When assigned to notify a next of kin, the officer must ensure the victim has been properly identified and make every effort to contact them in person or with a support person.

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Test your knowledge about the role of Homicide and Missing Persons in providing support and guidance in unidentified human remains investigations. Learn about the resources available and the importance of entering relevant information on the National Centre for Missing Persons and Unidentified Remains website.