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  • Criminal Justice
  • Law Enforcement Training

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  • Police training emphasizes evidence-based witness interviewing.
  • Current practices may not adequately address complexities of sexual assault cases.
  • Sexual assault investigations require specialized interviewing approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify specific challenges faced by investigators in sexual assault cases.
  • To understand how these challenges impact investigative interviewing.
  • To inform modifications for improved investigative interview processes.

Main Methods:

  • In-depth interviews were conducted with 21 experienced investigators.
  • Participants were from Australia and New Zealand.
  • Qualitative data analysis identified recurring themes.

Main Results:

  • Investigators identified challenges in meeting evidential needs.
  • Establishing credibility with complainants was a significant issue.
  • Managing complainant vulnerabilities presented difficulties.

Conclusions:

  • Investigative interviewing for sexual assault requires tailored strategies.
  • Addressing evidential, credibility, and vulnerability challenges is crucial.
  • Modifications to current practices can enhance sexual assault investigations.