What are the first steps that an officer should take when responding to a robbery-in-progress call?

What will be an ideal response?


Officers should observe all vehicles as they approach a robbery scene.
When responding to a robbery-in-progress call, officers should:
• proceed as rapidly as possible, but use extreme caution.
• assume that the robber is at the scene, unless otherwise advised.
• be prepared for gunfire.
• look for and immobilize any getaway vehicle that is discovered.
• avoid a hostage situation if possible.
• make an immediate arrest if the suspect is at the scene.

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