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Which of the following is/are the responsibilities of an efficient crime watcher ?
1. To report vehicles moving slowly, without lights, or with no apparent destination
2. To report offers of merchandise at ridiculously low prices
3. To report someone going door to door in the neighbourhood looking into windows and parked cars
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Explanation
An efficient crime watcher or a participant in a Neighborhood Watch program acts as the eyes and ears of law enforcement. Their primary responsibility is to observe and report suspicious activities that could indicate criminal intent or ongoing crimes.
- Statement 1 is correct: Vehicles moving slowly without lights or a clear destination are often involved in "casing" a neighborhood for potential targets or waiting for accomplices.
- Statement 2 is correct: Offers of merchandise at suspiciously low prices are a common indicator of the sale of stolen property (fencing) or fraudulent schemes.
- Statement 3 is correct: Individuals going door-to-door while peering into windows or parked cars are exhibiting classic signs of preparing for burglary or vehicle theft.
By reporting these behaviors, citizens assist in proactive crime prevention and community safety.
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
Surveillance is an integral component of security management. Which one of the following attributes about surveillance is not correct ?
Which of the following statements about the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network System (CCTNS) is/are correct ? 1. It will facilitate real time access of classified criminal data to the law enforcement authorities. 2. National Crime Record Bureau is the nodal agency mandated to implement the network in all the states. Select the correct answer using the code given below :
In VIP security, counter surveillance is very important. Which of the following is/are essential for counter surveillance ?
1. Try speeding up, and then slow down
2. Walk into a building and stop abruptly
3. Drop something to see if someone picks it up
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Which one of the following is the first duty of a police officer at a scene of crime ?
Which of the following statements is/are correct ?
1. Employees of an industrial undertaking can be granted monetary reward if they help to detect serious crime
2. Monetary reward is admissible to non-gazetted Government servants only
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