Question

Do you think it is necessary to gain the trust of the eyewitness for him/her to tell accurate and reliable information about the crime?

Answer 1

Yes, gaining trust encourages an eyewitness to volunteer accurate information without hesitation. A positive relationship between the investigator and an eyewitness is vital to complete an effective, efficient, and reliable interview. Developing trust is essential to obtaining accurate information, practically the most crucial thing in an investigation.