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If the worst happens, how to identify a suspect
Ashley Fox, Reporter
Issue date: 4/8/08 Section: News
One of the hardest things to do when falling victim to crime is describing the suspect.
"If someone can't identify a suspect, then the police aren't able to help out much," said YSU Police Chief Gocala. "It's important to get a good look at someone, and then call us as soon as you can."
With around 13,000 students enrolled this semester, it is always a good idea to be aware of surroundings. The "How to Describe a Suspect" pamphlet available at the YSU Police Department breaks down various ways to describe how a suspect looks.
General appearance
Gender
Weight
Height
Age
Neat or sloppy
Face
Shape (round or square)
Scars
Make-up
Prominent features
Width
Forehead height
Shape of nose, mouth and ears
Cheeks
Teeth
Eyebrows (groomed or arched)
Clothing
Items of clothing
Color
Logos or special designs
Jewelry
Accessories
Hair
Length
Color (dyed or natural)
Style
Texture (curly or straight)
Voice
Word use
Sound
"If someone can't identify a suspect, then the police aren't able to help out much," said YSU Police Chief Gocala. "It's important to get a good look at someone, and then call us as soon as you can."
With around 13,000 students enrolled this semester, it is always a good idea to be aware of surroundings. The "How to Describe a Suspect" pamphlet available at the YSU Police Department breaks down various ways to describe how a suspect looks.
General appearance
Gender
Weight
Height
Age
Neat or sloppy
Face
Shape (round or square)
Scars
Make-up
Prominent features
Width
Forehead height
Shape of nose, mouth and ears
Cheeks
Teeth
Eyebrows (groomed or arched)
Clothing
Items of clothing
Color
Logos or special designs
Jewelry
Accessories
Hair
Length
Color (dyed or natural)
Style
Texture (curly or straight)
Voice
Word use
Sound
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