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REPORTING theft

I f There Is a Robbery:
CALL 911 IF SOMEONE NEEDS MEDICAL ASSISTANCE!!!

 

During a Robbery, The Victim Should:

  • Remain calm and listen to the robber’s demands. If you panic, the robber is more likely to become violent.The dispatcher will send an officer.
  • Avoid sudden movements.
  • Do not resist a robber’s efforts to take your property.
  • Do not offer items not specifically demanded
  • Observe the suspect’s physical description (sex, race, age and clothing). Without placing yourself in danger, try to memorize the license plate number of the suspect’s car.

After The Robbery:

  • Go to a safe location as close as possible to the robbery scene and notify the police immediately.
  • Keep all witnesses at the scene until police arrive to interview them. If a witness has to leave, get his or her name, address and phone number.
  • Do not touch or move any evidence.
  • Write down a complete description of the suspect, weapon, and vehicle used.
  • List all property taken, along with serial numbers, when possible.