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HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILETHE LOS ANGELES POLICEDEPARTMENT MURDER BOOKNational Resource and Technical Assistance Centerfor Improving Law Enforcement InvestigationsFEBRUARY 2018
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Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION. 1PURPOSE. 1BACKGROUND. 1MURDER BOOK DEVELOPMENT. 2MURDER BOOK CASE FILE SECTIONS . 3APPENDICES. 8APPENDIX 1:MURDER BOOK COVER PAGE AND TABLE OF CONTENTS TEMPLATE.8APPENDIX 2: CHRONOLOGICAL RECORD.10APPENDIX 2a: CHRONOLOGICAL RECORD TEMPLATE .12APPENDIX 3: CRIME SCENE LOG TEMPLATE.15APPENDIX 4: CRIME REPORT.18APPENDIX 4a: CRIME REPORT TEMPLATE.21APPENDIX 5: DEATH REPORT.25APPENDIX 5a: DEATH REPORT TEMPLATE.27APPENDIX 6: FOLLOW-UP REPORT(S).30APPENDIX 6a: FOLLOW-UP REPORT(S) TEMPLATE.35i
INTRODUCTIONMany police departments — especially those that are small, that do not have much experienceinvestigating homicides, or that struggle for adequate resources — do not have a standardized case filestructure for their homicide investigations. Instead, a large folder, accordion file, box, or plastic storagebin, with little to no organization or uniformity, is oftentimes used to house investigative documents. Thistype of unstructured case file system limits the accessibility of key case investigative documents andcompromises the efficiency and effectiveness of the investigation and potential prosecution.In the early 1980s, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) recognized this deficiency in theirorganization and developed a homicide investigation case file structure, entitled the Murder Book, to bringorganization and standardization to homicide case files. The uniform structure of the Murder Book allowsanyone involved in a homicide investigation, including other detectives, supervisors, and prosecutors, toreview and locate key investigative reports, photos, and other materials in a standard way. As a resultof utilizing the Murder Book, LAPD homicide detectives are able to more effectively manage their heavyinvestigative caseload.PURPOSEThe LAPD Murder Book is an example of a case file structure that can be adapted and customized byagencies seeking to implement a case file management structure. The Murder Book case file structure hasbeen used successfully by LAPD for nearly four decades. It ensures proper documentation of a homicideinvestigation, facilitates effective case supervision, meets the needs of prosecutors for successfulprosecution, and supports a cold case investigation should the case be reinvestigated.This profile of the LAPD’s Murder Book outlines the overall construction of an LAPD homicide investigationcase file and details the contents of each section of the book. Examples of documents often containedwithin the Murder Book are provided. The structure can be utilized in either a hard-copy format (casebinder) or replicated in a digital case management system. Some of the Murder Book’s sections can also beapplied to organize nonfatal shooting investigation case files.BACKGROUNDThis profile of the Murder Book draws on the experience of Detective John Skaggs (Ret), who retired inJune 2017 after serving more than 30 years with the LAPD. Detective Skaggs spent over 23 years assignedto homicide investigations, was the lead detective on 165 homicide investigations, and directly supervisedmore than 200 homicide investigations. During the course of his career, Detective Skaggs amassed a wealthof knowledge pertaining to homicide investigation case file management and the critical components ofsuccessful homicide prosecutions.1 HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK
Detective Skaggs has conducted numerous homicide unit assessments and extensive reviews of homicidecase files, and has conducted homicide investigation trainings throughout the U.S. Based on his experienceinvestigating and supervising homicide investigations and assessing homicide units, Detective Skaggsdeveloped and further refined the Murder Book case file management structure used by the LAPD andseveral other high-performing homicide units.MURDER BOOK DEVELOPMENTEvery homicide investigation requires the compilation and maintenance of a structured case file, either inelectronic or hard-copy format. Utilizing and maintaining an all-inclusive investigation case file structure isa proven best practice that can ensure an investigation is properly documented and facilitate proper casemanagement, supervision, and prosecution.If a homicide investigation is conducted under one case number, then there should only be one MurderBook. For example, if the homicide investigation involved multiple victims but is listed under one casenumber, then there should only be one Murder Book.The Murder Book case file consists of a three-ring binder, which contains all case-related materials outlined inthe sections below. Case file dividers correspond to a Table of Contents with indices numbered 1 through 28.The indices correspond to topic headings within the Table of Contents and should be used to contain reports,photographs, notes, and any other information pertaining to that topic.NOTE: A homicide investigation case file is discoverable, meaning its contentsmay have to be turned over to defense counsel during pre-trial proceedings. Whena suspect is arrested and charged, a copy of the case file (in a binder) shall beprovided to the prosecutor assigned to the case upon request.HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK 2
MURDER BOOK CASE FILE SECTIONSThe following lists each section of the LAPD Murder Book case file and provides a brief description of thecontent of each section.Table of Contents (see appendix 1)Section 1Chronological RecordThis form documents, in summary form, the chronological record of the investigation, recordingthe date and time of the entry, as well as the name of the detective who authored the entry.All homicide investigations should contain a chronological record of events that documentadvancement in the investigation and information needed for future investigation. It shouldprovide a brief description of the detective’s actions, what was investigated, and what mayneed to be further investigated at a later time. It should reference where in the MurderBook a report or notes that further explain the event or issue can be found. The reader ofthe chronological record should be able to understand how the investigation progressed(see appendix 2).Section 2Crime Scene LogAll investigations should have a crime scene log that documents all personnel present at thecrime scene who enter the area not accessible to the public. The report should document thepersonnel, their names and identification numbers, time of arrival and departure, and theirduties performed at the scene. The crime scene log should identify the name of the officer whomaintained and completed the crime scene log (see appendix 3).Section 3Crime ReportThe crime report should be completed by the primary investigator. This report contains victiminformation, witness information, a summary of their statements, and a synopsis of the crime,including modus operandi. This report is also commonly referred to as a “24-hour” homicidereport (see appendix 4).Section 4Death ReportThis section contains the death report (see appendix 5).Many departments produce a death report for all deaths in their jurisdiction, whether it befrom natural causes, an accident, a suicide, traffic death, or homicide. On criminal homicidedeaths, a crime report and/or an incident report, as previously outlined, is also produced toreport the crime.3 HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK
Section 5Property and Evidence Report(s)This section contains all reports regarding the recovery and storage of property andevidence (e.g., recovered property report, evidence report, and chain of custody reports).Section 6Crime Lab Report(s)This section contains requests for laboratory examination of evidence and all reportsregarding the scientific analysis of evidence, including NIBIN, DNA, and latent printscompleted by any crime laboratory.Section 7Vehicle Report(s)This section contains all vehicle reports pertaining to the investigation, includingphotographs of the vehicle and motor vehicle computer printouts.Section 8Arrest Report(s)All arrest reports generated from the investigation should be stored here, as well as anyprior arrest reports related to suspects, witnesses, and others who are involved in theinvestigation. Subsections can be created to separate items related to specific individuals.Section 9Related Crime Report(s)Crime reports related to victims, suspects, witnesses, and other individuals should begathered together here. Subsections can be created to separate items related to specificindividuals.Section 10 Follow-up Report(s)This section contains reports written by homicide detectives related to the currentinvestigation that are produced after the completion of the initial crime report. Generally,a follow-up report is used by a detective to document investigative steps taken that areimportant to the progress of the investigation.One of the most important reasons to produce a follow-up report is to present a caseto the prosecutor’s office for charging a suspect. The follow-up report should include allimportant developments in the case that support the request for charges on the particularindividual(s). Instead of verbally explaining a case to the prosecutor and supplying severalindividual reports that may include witness’ statements, lab results, and descriptions of thecrime scene, a follow-up report would include all of this information in a single document.Additionally, a best practice for homicide investigations is to complete a follow-up reportto document the status of an unsolved homicide investigation, required within 60 to90 days after the murder. The report should include a summary of the crime, follow-upactivities performed by the investigator, the status of any scientific examinations, includingDNA or ballistic evidence, and a task list section (see appendix 6).HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK 4
Section 11 Victim(s) InformationThis section contains all personal information regarding the victim(s), including their rap/arrest sheet, Motor Vehicle Department information, photographs/mug shots, and othercomputer-generated reports.If there are multiple victims, a subdivider listing the victim’s name or designated lettersshould be used.Section 12 Suspect(s) InformationThis section contains all personal information regarding the suspect(s), including their rap/arrest sheet, Motor Vehicle Department information, photographs/mug shots, and othercomputer-generated reports such as their use of social media.If there are multiple suspects, a subdivider listing the suspect’s name or designated lettersshould be used.If a suspect is later eliminated as a suspect, their information should be removed and placedin the appropriate section. For example, if they become a witness, their information should bemoved to the witness section. If they are eliminated as a suspect and have no other status inthe investigation, their information should be moved to the Eliminated Suspects section of theMurder Book.Section 13 Photo Line-upsThis section contains photographic arrays (6-packs) or single photographs used for conductingsequential photo line-ups. The photographic admonition and any documents written and/orsigned by witnesses should be kept in this section.Section 14 Witness List/StatementsA list of all witnesses should be kept at the front of this section. The list should include thewitness’ assigned witness number (if given one), name, address, phone number, and therecording number if the interview was recorded. The witness’ statement report and/or notesare stored in the section corresponding with their assigned witness number.Section 15 Officer at Scene Reports/NotesThis section contains any reports, such as an initial patrol officer’s report or supplementalreports and notes completed by officers who responded to the scene and performed essentialduties (e.g., a neighborhood canvass) or discovered important evidence or information. Thesereports should detail the actions performed and the information or evidence discovered.5 HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK
Section 16 Crime Scene Notes/DiagramsInvestigators should document, in narrative form, the description of the crime scene, whetherit be exterior or interior. Additionally, a diagram should be completed that depicts the locationof the body, items of evidence, parked vehicles along with their descriptions and licenseplate numbers, and any other items of interest. This section should also include diagramscompleted by officers or detectives at the scene and by crime lab personnel who createhandwritten diagrams or computer-aided crime scene diagrams.Section 17 Crime Scene PhotographsAll photographs taken during the crime scene investigation should be kept here. The photosmay be of the victim, the surrounding area, evidence, involved vehicles, witnesses, potentialwitnesses, and suspects. At a minimum, proof sheets and CDs/thumb drives containing allphotos should be stored in this section.Section 18 Ambulance/Medical RecordsThis section includes reports such as a paramedic run sheet produced by Emergency MedicalTechnicians (EMT) who responded to the scene or reports from medical personnel at thehospital, including relevant medical records. The location to which the victim was transportedor treated and the identity of medical personnel who recovered evidence (e.g., clothing fromthe victim and/or suspect) should be stored in this section.Section 19 Medical Examiner’s ReportAll reports related to or produced by the Medical Examiner’s Office should be stored in thissection. Detectives should include diagrams and photographs of the decedent’s body and theautopsy report.Section 20 CommunicationsThis section contains all teletypes, press releases, police bulletins, wanted flyers, newspaperclippings, and agency-generated social media posts regarding the investigation.Section 21 Search WarrantsAll Search Warrants, the Return to Search Warrant, and related documents should be storedin this section.Section 22 Miscellaneous NotesThis section is reserved for general notes, such as canvassing notes, taken by detectives thatdo not belong in any other section.HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK 6
Section 23 Miscellaneous Computer RunsThis section contains general computer runs such as Lexus/Nexus reports or Google queriesthat are not required to be stored in any other section.Section 24 Video/CCTVThis section contains video recordings, captured in and around the area of the crime scene.Section 25 Eliminated Suspect(s)Information on suspects that have been eliminated during the investigation should be kept here.Sections 26-28 Additional DocumentsThree extra sections at the back of the Murder Book give detectives a place to organize andstore any additional documents related to the case, such as the victim’s phone records, crimescene tower dump records, social media posts, and the like.7 HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK
APPENDICESAppendix 1: Murder Book Cover Page and Table of Contents TemplateHOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK 8
VICTIM’S NAME (LAST, FIRST)DATEPRECINCT/AREACASE NO.ASSIGNED DETECTIVE(S)TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONSECTION1.Chronological Record13. Photo Line-ups2.Crime Scene Log3.Crime Report14. Witness ListA. Statements4.Death Report15. Officer at Scene Reports/Notes5.Property and Evidence Report(s)16. Crime Scene Notes/Diagrams6.Crime Lab Report(s)A. DNAB. Latent PrintsC. Chain of Custody Records17. Crime Scene Photographs7.Vehicle Report(s)8.Arrest Report(s)9.Related Crime Report(s)10. Supplemental/Follow-up Report(s)11. Victim(s) InformationA. StatementsB. PhotographsC. Background InformationD. Probation/Parole StatusE. Rap Sheet12. Suspect(s) InformationA. StatementsB. Arrest WarrantC. PhotographsD. Probation/Parole StatusE. Rap Sheet18. Ambulance/Medical Records19. Medical Examiner’s Report20. CommunicationsA. TeletypesB. Press ReleasesC. Police BulletinsD. Newspaper Clippings21. Search WarrantsA. Cell Phone Records22. Miscellaneous Notes23. Miscellaneous Computer Runs24. Video/CCTV25. Eliminated Suspect(s)26.27.28.
APPENDICESAppendix 2: Chronological RecordHOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK 10
LAPPED 03.11.6 (12/81)CHRONOLOGICAL RECORDPAGE No. 1INSTRUCTIONS: This form is used to document any past or future investigativeevents deemed necessary to control or develop this case.EXEMPLARInvestigation1-1-171-2-170600Notified by District 3 Watch Commander, Sgt.K. Smith, #2351, of murder at 1130 S.Vermont Avenue. Unidentified male White found stabbed to death on bus bench.Skaggs0605Notified my partner, Det. R. Jones, #2352, of the murder. Skaggs0700Jones and I arrived at scene. Briefed by Patrol Officer A. Randall, #2722, of incident.Sgt. B. Lee #2723, is incident commander. Skaggs0720Located Witness Cindy Davis. Stated she saw victim, who she knows as T-Bone, atransient, in a dispute with another local transient, who she knows as Ace. They arguedover money and Ace stabbed T-Bone in chest. Audio recorded tape No. 34523. Seestatement in Sect 14. Skaggs0800Coroner Investigator T. Pickens. Arrived at scene. Rolled prints of victim, identified asCarl Lewis, DOB 1-2-66. Crime lab Tech. C. Barling, #2662, at scene. Completedphotographs of scene and recovered swabs of blood drops. Skaggs0900Coroner took possession of body. Cleared scene. Skaggs1105Made death notification to Lewis’ family. Mother Mary Lewis, 1871 N. Main Street,Cell 555-1212. Stated victim told her last week he was having problems with a guynamed Ace, over drug money. Audio recorded tape # 34524. See statement Section14. Skaggs0630Canvassed crime scene. Located witness Tom Jones transported him to station. Hesaid he was at bus stop yesterday when two men argued over money. Heard victimsay, “leave me alone Ace,” then suspect stabbed him. Audio tape #34525. Seestatement in section #14. Skaggs0900Received anonymous tip on homicide main phone number. Stated Ace stabbed victim.Knows Ace as Adam Rice who lives in alley behind Tommy’s Liquor Store at 3rd/Main.Conducted computer runs. Id Adam Rice, DOB 5-6-66. State ID No. 001212134.Skaggs0930Responded to Tommy’s Liquor, 301 S. Main St. Located Rice sleeping in alley. Made PCarrest. During pat down search, Det Jones located 6” folding knife in his pocket.SkaggsInterviewed Rice at station. Waived Miranda. Stated he stabbed victim in self-defense.He “thought” victim may have had a knife but did not see one. Video tape #34588.See statement in section #12. Skaggs10001-3-17Case No. 17-23451200Met with witness Davis to conduct photo show up. She positively ID Rice as suspectfrom 6pack #A. Met with witness Jones who viewed 6pack #A. Stated #3(Rice) “lookedlike suspect but can’t be sure.” See photo ID forms in section #14. Audio tape #33342Skaggs0830Presented this case to DA L. Shields. Charged Rice with Murder, Case # TA98765.Skaggs
APPENDICESAppendix 2a: Chronological Record TemplateST. LOUIS CRIME GUN INTELLIGENCE CENTER RECOMMENDATIONS 12
Dept Form #PAGE No. 1CHRONOLOGICAL RECORDINSTRUCTIONS: This form is used to document any past or future investigativeevents deemed necessary to control or develop this case.InvestigationDateTimeCase No.Summary of Events
Dept Form #PAGE No. 2CHRONOLOGICAL RECORDINSTRUCTIONS: This form is used to document any past or future investigativeevents deemed necessary to control or develop this case.InvestigationDateTimeCase No.Summary of Events
APPENDICESAppendix 3: Crime Scene Log Template15 HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK
CRIME SCENE LOGINTERIOR CRIME SCENEPERIMETER/EXTERIOR CRIME SCENETYPE OF INITIAL RADIO CALL (EXACTLY AS BROADCAST – UNIT NO., TYPE, LOC, ETC.)DATE & TIME CALL RECEIVEDFIRST UNIT AT SCENEUNIT HANDLINGDR NO.FIRST SUPERVISOR AT SCENECRIME SCENE LOG ORIGINATOR ( NAME, SERIAL NO., UNIT NO.)ALL PERSONNEL AT SCENE (INCLUDE ABOVE PERSONNEL AND ALL THE PERSONS ENTERINGOR ASSIGNED TO THE CRIME SCENETIMEARRIVEDUNIT NO.LEFTDIV/AGENCYNAME(S)TYPE (MURDER, ROBBERY, ADW, ETC.)VICTIMINCIDENT NO.SERIAL NO(S).DUTIES
PAGE 2 OF 2CRIME SCENE LOGTIMEARRIVEDUNIT NO.LEFTDIV/AGENCYNAME(S)SERIAL NO(S).DUTIES
APPENDICESAppendix 4: Crime ReportHOMICIDE INVESTIGATION CASE FILE PROFILE: THE LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MURDER BOOK 18
PAGE 1 OF 2UCR CODECC 110CRIME REPORTCASE SCREENING FACTORSREPORT OF:INVEST. DIV.MURDER COMBINED EVID REPORT MULTIPLE DR’S ON THIS REPORTDR #INC #Homicide17-44561512345678LAST NAME, FIRST MIDDLE (OR NAME OF BUSINESS)SEXDESCHTWTAGEDOB PRINTS OR OTHER EVIDENCE NOT PRESENTDoe, JaneFWhite502125278-30-1990 MO NOT DISTINCTADDRESS PROPERTY LOST LESS THAN 5,000R: 2741 3 AvenueVICTIM SUSPECT/VEHICLE NOT SEEN NO SERIOUS INJURY TO VICTIM ONLY ONE VICTIM INVOLVEDPREMISES (SPECIFIC TYPE) ATMStreetENTRY (459/BFV) POINT OF ENTRYrdCITYSTATEZIPLos AngelesCa90003XR: 2135551234 B:B: EMAIL:C: DR. LIC. NO. (IF NONE, OTHER ID & NO.)FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPOKEN6578273NonePOINT OF EXITLOCATION OF OCCURRENCEOCCUPATIONUnemployedSAME AS VICT’SRES BUS RDthMain Street and 9 MENT/TOOL USEDPRINTS BY PREL. INV.ATTEMPT0432DATE & TIME OF OCCURRENCEDATE & TIME REPORTED TO PD8-21-17 / 22358-21-17 / 2240TYPE PROPERTY STOLEN / LOST / DAMAGEDSTOLEN / LOSTRECOVERED EST. DAMAGED ARSON / VAND. VICT’S VEHICLE (IF INVOLVED) YEAR, MAKE, TYPE, COLOR, LIC. NO., STATENOTIFICATIONSCONNECTED REPORTS2010 Ford Explorer, 4-door green, Lic #111XXXHeadquartersDeath/Evidence Y N Y NOBTAINED MO: IF LONG FORM, LIST UNIQUE ACTIONS. IF SHORT FORM, DESCRIBE SUSPECT’S ACTIONS IN BRIEF PHRASES, INCLUDING WEAPON USED. DO NOT REPEAT ABOVE INFO BUT CLARIFY REPORT AS NECESSARY. IF ANY OF THE MISSING ITEMS AREPOTENTIALLY IDENTIFIABLE, ITEMIZE AND DESCRIBE ALL ITEMS MISSING IN THIS INCIDENT IN THE NARRATIVE.The victim was driving her vehicle and stopped for a red light signal. The suspect drove up and stopped next to her. He said something to her, then extended his left arm out thedriver's window and fired two gunshots from a chrome revolver striking the victim in the face. The suspect fled in his vehicle. MANDATORY MARSY’S RIGHTS CARD PROVIDED TO VICTIMREPORTINGEMPLOYEESINITIALS, LAST NAMESERIAL NO.DIV / DETAILR. Davis1672DetectivesP. Thomas1821Homicide MOTIVATED BY HATE/PREJUDICESIGNATURE DOMESTIC VIOLENCEOR RECEIVED BY PHONE PERSONREPORTINGNOTE: IF SHORT FORM, AND VICTIM / PR ARE NOT THE SAME, ENTER PRINFORMATION IN INVOLVED PERSONS SECTIONCOMPLETE BELOW SECTIONS IF ANY CASE SCREENING FACTORS BOXES ARE NOT CHECKED.SUSP.VEHICLEYEARMAKE & MODELTYPEINTERIOR COLORUnkChevy Camaro2-doorUnknownCOLOR(S)LICENSE NO.STATEWhiteUnknownUnknownS1 BUCKET SEATS DAMAGED INSIDEEXTERIORBODY 1 CUSTOM WHEELS 2 PAINTED INSCRIPT 3 LEVEL ALTERED 4 RUST / PRIMER 5 CUSTOM PAINT 6 VINYL TOP 1 DAMAGE 2 MODIFIED 3 STICKER 4 LEFTWINDOWS 1 DAMAGE 2 CUST 3 CURTAINS 4 LEFT 5 RIGHT 6 FRONT 7 REAR 5 RIGHT 6 FRONT 7 REARSEXDESCHAIREYESHEIGHTWEIGHTAGECLOTHINGNAME ADDRESS, DOB, IF KNOWN NAME, BOOKING NO., CHARGE, IF ARRESTEDMWhiteBlackUnkMedMed30/35White T-shirtUnknownWEAPON (VERBAL THREATS, BODILY FORCE, SIMULATED GUN, ETC. IF KNIFE OR GUN,DESCRIBE FULLY)PERSONAL ODDITIES (UNUSUAL FEATURES, SCARS, TATTOOS, ETC.)Chrome 9mm Semi-Auto E ADDRESS, DOB, IF KNOWN NAME, BOOKING NO., CHARGE, IF ARRESTEDWEAPON (VERBAL THREATS, BODILY FORCE, SIMULATED GUN, ETC. IF KNIFE OR GUN,DESCRIBE FULLY)PERSONAL ODDITIES (UNUSUAL FEATURES, SCARS, TATTOOS, ETC.)INVOLVED PERSON(S): W – WITNESS; R – PERSON REPORTING; S – PERSON SECURING (459); D – PERSON DISCOVERING (459); P – PARENT; CP – CONTACT PERSON (DOMESTIC VIOLENCE)NAMESEXDESCDOBADDRESSCITYSTATEZIPSmith, LindaFBlack01-30-92905 W. Main StLos AngelesCa90003WPHONEH:21338294701B:9095557777DR. LIC. NO. (IF NONE, LIST OTHER ID & NO.)FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPOKENX167331111400 Beacon :ADDRESSPHONEH:DR. LIC. NO. (IF NONE, LIST OTHER ID & NO.)FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPOKENB:EXTRA COPIES DR. LIC. NO. (IF NONE, LIST OTHER ID & NO.)FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPOKENB:EMAIL:COMBINED EVIDENCEREPORTUSE THIS SECTION IN LIEUOF PROPERTY REPORT IF NOGUN AND NO MORE THANTHREE ITEMS OF EVIDNECEITEMQUANARTICLE12Spent CasingsNARRATIVELOCATION EVIDENCEBOOKEDC:PRELIM.DRUGTESTProperty DivisionSERIAL NO. / TYPE TEST OF DRUGSUPV. / INV. OFFICER TESTINGSERIAL NO.WITNESS OFFICERBRAND/DRUG WEIGHT, UNITSMODEL NO. / DRUG TEST RESULTMISC.Remington9mmBrassSERIAL NO.USE THE FOLLOWING HEADING TO DOCUMENT ALL INFORMATION REGARDING THE INVESTIGATION, ADDITIONAL PERSONS INVOLVED (SEPARATED BY TYPE): SOURCE OF ACTIVIITY;INVESTIGATION; ARREST; INJURY/MEDICAL TREATMENT; PHOTOS, RECORDINGS, VIDEOS, DICV, BWV, AND DIGITAL IMAGING; BOOKING; EVIDENCE; CANVASSING; ADDITIONAL; COLLISIONSUMMARY, PROPERTY STOLEN/LOST/RECOVERED/DAMAGED; COURT INFORMATION. NOTE: ANY OF THESE HEADINGS MAY BE OMITTED IF NOT APPLICABLE.VICTIM INDEMNIFICATIONINFORMATION (IF APPLICABLE)APPROVALANDREVIEWIS ANY OF THE VICTIM’S PROPERTY MARKED WITH AN OWNER APPLIEDIDENTIFICATION NUMBER? Y N IF YES, EXPLAIN IN NARRATIVE.SUPERVISOR APPROVINGSERIAL NO.DIVISIONDATE & TIME REPRODUCEDCLERKDIVISIONDETECTIVE SUPERVISOR REVIEWINGSERIAL NO.CATEGORY:
PAGE 2 OF 2CONTINUATION SHEETDR#17-44561517-445615CRIME SUMMARY:On August 21, 2017, at 2235 hours, the victim, Jane Doe, a 27-year-old female White, was driving her vehicle described as a 2010thFord Explorer, 4-door green, California License No. 111XXX. She was stopped eastbound lane-1 Main Street at 9 Avenue for a redlight signal. The suspect, a lone male White, 30-35 years old, driving a late model Chevrolet Camaro, 2-door white, stopped next tothher eastbound lane-2 Main Street at 9 Avenue. The suspect said something to the victim and she rolled down her front passengerwindow. The suspect extended his left hand out the window holding a chrome semi-automatic handgun, pointed it toward Doe andfired two gunshots. The suspect accelerated rapidly, spinning his tires and fled eastbound Main Street. After the gunshots, Doe’ carthrolled forward and collided with a streetlight pole on the northwest corner of Main Street and 9 Avenue.Witness Linda Smith, phoned 911 and reported what she saw.Los Angeles Fire Department Paramedics R. Jacobs, No. 2199, and K. Koury, No. 2254, assigned to Rescue No. 8, responded to thescene where they attempted life-saving treatment on Doe. Jacobs pronounced Doe dead at 2252 hours.Officers A. Boyd, No. 2239 and S. Zych, No. 2311, assigned to Unit 2A42, received a radio call of a shooting that just occurred at MainthStreet and 9 Avenue. Upon arrival, they set up containment of the scene, began a Crime Scene log, talked with bystanders andlocated two spent 9mm casings in the intersection. See their statements for further description.NOTIFICATION OF DETECTIVES:On August 21, 2017, at 2255 hours, Watch Commander, Lieutenant C. Carson, No. 1997, telephonically notified Homicide DetectivesR. Davis, No. 1672, and P. Thomas, No. 1821, of this homicide at their respective residences.I
prosecution, and supports a cold case investigation should the case be reinvestigated. This profile of the LAPD’s Murder Book outlines the overall construction of an LAPD homicide investigation case file and details the contents of each section of the book. Examples of docum
