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Another Brick in the Wall

Effective investigative interviewing relies on understanding the elements of an offense / violation—people, locations, actions, speech and thought, objects, and times. The bricks to build your investigation. Focusing on these ensures questions are structured, relevant, and legally sound, supporting reliable, ethical, and thorough fact-finding.
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"Track 2 - London Calling" Visiting PLAT

Harry Beck’s simplified 1933 London Underground map illustrates the value of clarity in investigative interviews. Using the PLAT framework—People, Locations, Actions, and Time—interviewers will systematically collect complete, reliable details. A journey across London’s landmarks demonstrates this approach, emphasizing the need to review notes to ensure all objectives are met for effective, structured interviews.
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Goals and Objectives in your Investigative Interview

Setting goals and objectives using the PLAT framework—People, Location, Actions, and Time—before an interview ensures a focused, comprehensive approach that supports gathering complete, reliable information while helping you remember all important topics during the conversation.
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The Cognitive Interview: Enhancing Interviewee recall and well-being

Fisher and Geiselman (2010) highlighted the Cognitive Interview as a more effective and humane method, improving victim and witness recall while promoting victim dignity and well-being through open-ended, rapport-based techniques.
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