A Checklist of Arson Investigative Procedures*

Here's a rundown of some of the procedures of an arson investigation:

1. Identify initial caller from fire/police tape or through interviews (911)
2. Obtain aerial photos/diagram of scene
3. Obtain insurance information
Identify public/private adjusters and insurance investigators
4. Perform background checks
Owner
Occupant
Victim
Caller
5. Record checks of the property involved
Title search
Assessor's record
Tax records, etc.
6. Weather conditions
7. Previous police activity and vandalism in the area
8. Police/fire reports
9. Laboratory reports
10. Check area hospitals
11. Check area gas stations
12. Financial information
Bank records
Personal records
Business records
13. Check newspaper/TV photos and articles
14. Request all information from insurance company
Policies
Amounts
Proof of loss
Taped interviews, etc.
All previous claims
Interview person who receives report of loss (agent/secretary)
15. Attempt to establish motive
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