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FOR2605 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DUE 31 March 2025; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations. For assistance, Whats-App 0.6.7-1.7.1-1.7.3.9. Ensure your success with us. ... Question 1 [10] 1.1. It is important that witnesses who are found on a scene be handled and managed in the correct, professional manner so as not to contaminate evidence or the scene. Mention ten important aspects that an investigator should consider when dealing with witnesses on a scene. Question 2 [10] The labelling of insects that were collected on a scene where a body was found is very important for maintaining the continuity of possession. Discuss how the specimens that were preserved after collection should be marked and labelled and what details should be included in the covering letter. Present your discussion under the following headings: 2.1. Labelling 2.2. Information on the labels 2.3. Covering letter. Question 3 [10] 3.1. Discuss common mistakes that investigators make when they investigate scenes of incidents. Question 4 [10] 4.1. Explain in your own words what is meant by the concept “contamination of evidence” and provide a practical example of how evidence can be contaminated. [5] 4.2. At a post-blast site, it is of paramount importance that the scene is searched for evidence. Describe what evidence you will collect if you are asked to participate in the collection of evidence. [5] Question 5 [10] Making complete and accurate investigation notes is one of the most important responsibilities of an investigator who attends a scene. Read the information regarding note-taking in chapter 2 of the textbook. Do not copy the information directly from the textbook when answering this question. Discuss note-taking by organising your discussion under the following headings: 5.1. Reasons why notes should be taken at a scene. 5.2. Essential information that should appear in notes taken at a scene. 5.3. Methods of documenting a scene. for2601 for2602 for2603 for2604 for2606

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Assignment 1 Semester 1 2025
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Due Date: 31 March 2025
QUESTION 1



When dealing with witnesses at a crime scene, it is essential for investigators to manage and
handle them in a professional manner to avoid contaminating evidence or the scene. Here are
ten important aspects an investigator should consider:

1. Recognize and Identify Possible Witnesses

Investigators must be vigilant in recognizing and identifying all possible witnesses present at
the scene. Failure to do so can result in losing valuable testimonies and information.




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