A police officer is dispatched to a robbery in progress. When the officer arrives at the scene, he observes the suspect fleeing on foot. The officer also observes a man lying on the ground with a severely bleeding wound near his neck saying, "Help me!
I've been stabbed!" What is the FIRST duty of police officer at the scene of this crime?
A) The officer should pursue the suspect because of the "greater danger' principle.
B) The officer should call for an ambulance first, and then pursue the suspect because of the "greater danger' principle.
C) The officer should determine if the injuries are immediately life-threatening and if not, the officer should pursue the suspect while calling for an ambulance.
D) The officer should administer first aid immediately then obtain medical assistance for the injured victim.
Answer: D
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