FOR2605
ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 1 2025
UNIQUE NO. 719917
DUE DATE: 6 MAY 2025
, FOR2605 – Assignment 2 (Semester 1, 2025)
Question 1: Duties of an Investigator at a Crime Scene (Short Summary)
When investigators arrive at a crime scene, they follow several important steps to
ensure evidence is protected and the investigation is accurate:
1. Secure the Scene – The area is blocked off to prevent anyone from disturbing
potential evidence.
2. Call for Medical Help – If there are injured people, emergency services are
contacted while ensuring evidence is preserved.
3. Document the Scene – Investigators take photos, videos, and notes to record
how the scene looked on arrival.
4. Search for Evidence – A thorough search is done to find items like weapons,
fingerprints, or other physical clues.
5. Collect Evidence Properly – Items are handled with care using gloves and
stored correctly to avoid contamination.
6. Interview Witnesses – People who may have seen or heard anything are
questioned for more information.
7. Keep a Scene Log – A record is kept of everyone who enters or exits the scene
and what they do.
8. Work with Specialists – Experts such as forensic analysts may be brought in to
examine specific evidence.
9. Write a Final Report – A detailed report is compiled, covering all findings and
actions taken at the scene.
ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 1 2025
UNIQUE NO. 719917
DUE DATE: 6 MAY 2025
, FOR2605 – Assignment 2 (Semester 1, 2025)
Question 1: Duties of an Investigator at a Crime Scene (Short Summary)
When investigators arrive at a crime scene, they follow several important steps to
ensure evidence is protected and the investigation is accurate:
1. Secure the Scene – The area is blocked off to prevent anyone from disturbing
potential evidence.
2. Call for Medical Help – If there are injured people, emergency services are
contacted while ensuring evidence is preserved.
3. Document the Scene – Investigators take photos, videos, and notes to record
how the scene looked on arrival.
4. Search for Evidence – A thorough search is done to find items like weapons,
fingerprints, or other physical clues.
5. Collect Evidence Properly – Items are handled with care using gloves and
stored correctly to avoid contamination.
6. Interview Witnesses – People who may have seen or heard anything are
questioned for more information.
7. Keep a Scene Log – A record is kept of everyone who enters or exits the scene
and what they do.
8. Work with Specialists – Experts such as forensic analysts may be brought in to
examine specific evidence.
9. Write a Final Report – A detailed report is compiled, covering all findings and
actions taken at the scene.
