Effective Communication In Criminal Investigation
The style of communication that you chose when dealing with suspects is key to the effectiveness of a criminal investigation. Presentation 6.1 mentions that we have different communication styles and approaches to choose from when dealing with a white collar crime suspect compared to a “homeless parolee with a 4th waiver suspected of drug dealing” (LEPS 510 6.1). This was true several months ago when I interviewed a known drug dealer who committed arson of a local McDonalds. I had convincing evidence that placed him inside the building and that he had committed the crime. I took the approach that it did not matter to me if he wanted to discuss the case, but it would be in his best interest. After my initial assessment of him I took the approach