involved officer(s) after at least 2 sleep cycles or 72 hours.
4.
Involved officers are not to discuss the case among themselves, with sequestering officers, or with others.
5.
While awaiting interviews, involved officers are encouraged to relax and to carefully reflect upon what occurred. They may wish to make notes for their future use, especially for later interviews.
g.
Custodial Death Scene:
When a Critical Incident occurs in a jail facility or other location where inmates may have witnessed any relevant part of the incident, these inmates should be identified and separated if possible pending interviews.
14.
Selection of Primary Investigators;
Selection of Primary Investigator(s) by the Team Agencies is of great importance. Generally, the most qualified available investigator(s) should receive the assignment. The following qualifications are important.
a.
Experience in homicide investigations. Investigative experience in other crimes against persons is helpful.
b.
Ability to affectively interview people of various backgrounds.
c.
Good working knowledge of physical evidence collection and preservation techniques, and an appreciation of the abilities and limitations of scientific evidence.
d.
Good knowledge of police operational procedures and the criminal justice system.
e.
Excellent report writing and communications skills.