Improving police officers' accounts of officer-involved shootings

What is it about?

When police officers shoot a person, they must be investigated and give their account of the event. We find that officers are more likely to give complete and accurate accounts when interviewers recognise officers’ trauma, act fairly and keep officers informed. The study shows the importance of aligning officer interviews with best practice witness interviewing.

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Photo by Van Tay Media on Unsplash

Photo by Van Tay Media on Unsplash

Why is it important?

Improving the interview process for eliciting officers’ accounts will not only assist investigations through better quality of information but also support officer wellbeing.