Questions: Instructions For this assignment, you will be investigating an armed robbery and will create a preliminary report based on the information below. An important tool for law enforcement is a written document, especially in the form of an offense report. The reporting system provides a permanent record for all to see and be used to explain what happened during a specific event. A vital part of the reporting system is accurate and thorough information documented by the report writer. There are several types of reports that you had access to concerning our different scenarios. Basic reporting tools that police officers utilize are: - Offense Report to include the Narrative (Official Report) - Supplemental Report (Report where follow-up investigations are noted / a Supplement Report in generally not available to the public or media) - Notes (Written supplement used by initial officer/ generally not included with official report) - Sketches (Can be used as a Supplement Report or preliminary investigations) You are dispatched to the scene of an armed robbery of a convenience store. You will be responsible for the preliminary report. Your report should include everything from Time Dispatched until the officer left the scene, Create your own scenario and write the report using the examples listed. I want to be able to read your report and envislon what happened without having been at the scene. Also, describe the importance of these reports that you used during this investigation. You may review some of our scenarios this term for ideas. Consider these facts as you complete your written report. - The clerk was alone inside when the robbery occurred, - A customer had just pulled up and observed the suspect run from inside the store. - A customer was pumping gas as the incident unfolded Submit your Word file assignment.

Incident Type: Armed Robbery
Location: [Convenience Store Name], [Address]
Date and Time Dispatched: [Date], [Time]
Officer Reporting: Officer [Your Name]
Badge Number: [Your Badge Number]
Time Arrived on Scene: [Time]
Time Left Scene: [Time]

Upon receiving the dispatch call at [Time], I proceeded to the location of the reported armed robbery at [Convenience Store Name] located at [Address]. I arrived on the scene at [Time] and observed the following:

Scene Description: The convenience store is situated on a busy street corner, with a gas station adjacent to it. The store was open for business, and the lights were on. There were no visible signs of forced entry from the outside.

Initial Observations: Upon entering the store, I found the clerk, identified as [Clerk's Name], visibly shaken but unharmed. The cash register was open, and it appeared that an undisclosed amount of cash had been taken. The clerk reported that the suspect brandished a firearm and demanded money before fleeing the scene.

Witness Accounts:

1. Clerk's Statement: The clerk described the suspect as a male, approximately 6 feet tall, wearing a black hoodie and a mask. The suspect entered the store, pointed a gun at the clerk, and demanded cash. After receiving the money, the suspect exited the store and ran towards the alley behind the building.

2. Customer Witness 1: A customer, [Customer 1's Name], who had just pulled up to the store, witnessed the suspect running out of the store. The customer described the suspect similarly and noted that the suspect fled in a dark-colored sedan parked in the alley.

3. Customer Witness 2: Another customer, [Customer 2's Name], was pumping gas at the time of the incident. This witness observed the suspect running but could not provide additional details about the vehicle or direction of escape.

Evidence Collected:

• Surveillance footage from the store's security cameras was reviewed and secured for further analysis.
• Photographs of the scene, including the cash register and any potential fingerprints, were taken.
• A sketch of the suspect's escape route was created based on witness statements.

Conclusion: After gathering initial statements and evidence, I left the scene at [Time]. The investigation will continue with a focus on reviewing the surveillance footage and identifying the suspect's vehicle. A supplemental report will be filed as new information becomes available.

The reports used in this investigation are crucial for several reasons:

1. Offense Report: This official document provides a comprehensive account of the incident, ensuring that all details are recorded accurately for future reference. It serves as a foundational document for the investigation and any subsequent legal proceedings.

2. Supplemental Report: This report allows for the documentation of follow-up investigations and new information that may arise. It is essential for maintaining a complete and updated record of the case.

3. Notes and Sketches: These tools assist in capturing immediate observations and details that may not be included in the official report. They provide additional context and can be used to corroborate witness statements and other evidence.

By maintaining thorough and accurate reports, law enforcement can ensure a clear understanding of the incident, facilitate effective communication among officers, and support the pursuit of justice.