Building Trust with the F-Word In any investigative interview, it is essential to build rapport with the victim, witness, or suspect.  This video blog will explain a great method for building connection, using the F-word (it’s not what you think).

The Funnel Method: Guiding Conversation Like a Pro By Jon Rappa The funnel method is a communication technique that can guide your investigative interview from broad topics to specific details. Think of your conversation as a funnel—starting wide with open-ended questions that allow the other person to share their uninterrupted version of what happened.  This structured approach moves from open-ended questions to specific ones, ensuring you get the…

10 Tips To Avoid False Confessions by Jon Rappa When I was young, my stepfather was murdered during a robbery. Two men were ultimately arrested, charged, and convicted for his murder. Growing up, I naturally assumed these guys paid the ultimate price and would spend their lives in prison. Many years later, I found myself assigned as a robbery/homicide detective solving cases for families who suffered as mine…