NYPD Information Ordering Questions and Answers — Questions and Answers
Question 1: An officer is writing a narrative for an incident report. The following four sentences are to be included: 1. The suspect was located two blocks away and taken into custody without incident. 2. A description of the suspect and their direction of flight was obtained from the complainant. 3. Upon arrival, I made contact with the complainant at the front of the convenience store. 4. At 22:15 hours, I was dispatched to a report of a larceny at 123 Main Street. Which of the following represents the most logical and chronological order for these sentences in the report?
- 4, 3, 2, 1 (Correct answer)
- 3, 4, 2, 1
- 4, 2, 3, 1
- 2, 4, 3, 1
Correct answer: 4, 3, 2, 1
Police reports should present events in a clear, chronological sequence. The proper order begins with the initial dispatch (4), followed by the officer's arrival and first action on scene (3), then the gathering of information (2), and concluding with the resolution or next major step (1).
Question 2: A police department directive outlines the procedure for handling non-evidentiary found property. The steps are: A) Attempt to identify and contact the owner. B) Log the item into the precinct's property system with a detailed description. C) Secure the item in a designated property locker. D) Complete a 'Found Property' report form. What is the correct sequence of these steps?
- A, D, B, C
- D, B, C, A (Correct answer)
- B, D, A, C
- C, B, D, A
Correct answer: D, B, C, A
The proper procedure for handling found property requires a clear chain of documentation and custody. The first step is always to create the official record by completing the report form (D). This is followed by officially logging the item into the system (B), securing the physical item (C), and then, with the documentation complete, attempting to contact the owner (A).
Question 3: An officer is the first to arrive at a chaotic scene where a car has struck a pedestrian. A small crowd is gathering, the driver is attempting to leave the scene, and the pedestrian is lying in the street, conscious but in pain. Which of the following sequences best prioritizes the officer's actions?
- 1. Interview witnesses in the crowd. 2. Detain the driver. 3. Render aid to the pedestrian. 4. Secure the scene.
- 1. Render aid to the pedestrian. 2. Detain the driver. 3. Call for EMS and backup. 4. Disperse the crowd.
- 1. Detain the driver. 2. Secure the scene and call for EMS. 3. Render aid to the pedestrian. 4. Identify witnesses. (Correct answer)
- 1. Call for EMS. 2. Interview the driver. 3. Cordon off the area. 4. Take photos of the scene.
Correct answer: 1. Detain the driver. 2. Secure the scene and call for EMS. 3. Render aid to the pedestrian. 4. Identify witnesses.
The officer's first priority is to prevent the situation from worsening. This means stopping any ongoing threats, such as detaining a driver who is attempting to flee (1). Immediately after, the officer must secure the scene to ensure safety and call for necessary medical assistance (2). With the scene secure, the officer can then render aid to the injured party (3). Finally, with the immediate hazards and injuries addressed, the officer can proceed with the investigation by identifying witnesses (4).
Question 4: You are reviewing notes to write a report about a pursuit. The notes are as follows: - 14:30: Suspect vehicle apprehended at Elm St. and Oak Ave. - 14:22: Initiated traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding. - 14:28: Supervisor authorized tire deflation device deployment. - 14:23: Vehicle fled the stop, initiating a pursuit. What is the correct timeline of these events?
- 14:23, 14:22, 14:28, 14:30
- 14:22, 14:28, 14:23, 14:30
- 14:22, 14:23, 14:28, 14:30 (Correct answer)
- 14:28, 14:22, 14:23, 14:30
Correct answer: 14:22, 14:23, 14:28, 14:30
The correct sequence follows the numerical order of the timestamps provided. The incident began with the traffic stop at 14:22, escalated when the vehicle fled at 14:23, involved a tactical decision at 14:28, and concluded with the apprehension at 14:30.
Question 5: A department has a multi-stage alert system for major incidents. The procedure is: 1) The on-scene unit notifies the precinct desk sergeant. 2) The desk sergeant notifies the precinct commander. 3) The precinct commander assesses the situation and notifies the borough command. 4) The borough command issues a citywide notification if necessary. An officer on patrol encounters a situation requiring this protocol. According to the procedure, what is the correct order of notifications?
- On-scene unit -> Borough command -> Precinct commander -> Desk sergeant
- Desk sergeant -> On-scene unit -> Precinct commander -> Borough command
- On-scene unit -> Precinct commander -> Desk sergeant -> Borough command
- On-scene unit -> Desk sergeant -> Precinct commander -> Borough command (Correct answer)
Correct answer: On-scene unit -> Desk sergeant -> Precinct commander -> Borough command
This question tests the ability to follow a hierarchical communication protocol. The information must flow up the chain of command as described. The process starts with the officer at the scene (on-scene unit), moves to their direct supervisor/station command (desk sergeant), then to the head of the precinct (precinct commander), and finally to the larger geographical command (borough command).
Question 6: An officer is compiling an investigative report. The established sequence of events is: 1) A silent alarm was received at 03:10. 2) Patrol units arrived at 03:14. 3) A broken window was discovered on the north side of the building. 4) The K-9 unit was requested to search the premises. A new piece of information is received: a witness who lives nearby states they heard glass breaking at approximately 03:08. Where should this new information be placed in the sequence?
- Between events 2 and 3
- After event 4
- Before event 1 (Correct answer)
- Between events 3 and 4
Correct answer: Before event 1
The witness statement about hearing glass break at 03:08 places that event before the silent alarm was received at 03:10. To maintain a correct chronological order, this new piece of information must be placed at the very beginning of the sequence.
NYPD Information Ordering Questions and Answers
An officer is writing a narrative for an incident report.
The following four sentences are to be included: 1.
The suspect was located two blocks away and taken into custody without incident. 2.
A description of the suspect and their direction of flight was obtained from the complainant. 3.
Upon arrival, I made contact with the complainant at the front of the convenience store. 4.
At 22:15 hours, I was dispatched to a report of a larceny at 123 Main Street.
Which of the following represents the most logical and chronological order for these sentences in the report?