What to Observe / Take Note Of

If you see a crime occurring, be as observant as possible and take note of:

The location where the crime is occurring.
- What is the address or the nearest intersection?
- Has the person(s) who committed the crime left the scene?
- Was the person(s) on foot or in a vehicle?
- What direction did the person(s) leave?
- What is a description of the vehicle(s)? Try to remember CYMBAL: Color, Year, Make, Body Style and License number.
What is actually happening.
- Is anyone being injured or has anyone been injured?
- Are there any weapons involved?
Who is involved.
- The number of people involved.
- Their names if you know them.
- Clothing descriptions, including hats or jewelry.
- Any distinctive physical characteristics such as:
  - Age
  - Body Type
  - Complexion (Light, Dark, Acne, Etc.)
  - Eye Color
  - Facial Hair
  - Gender
  - Hair Color and Length
  - Race
  - Scars/Tattoos
  - Teeth (missing, crooked, metal etc.)