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Polygraph Examination to Help Investigation
15:29 - 19:13 (03:43)
The police department administered a polygraph examination to a man suspected of being involved in a crime, but the results were inconclusive due to his emotional state. However, the examiner believed the man was not the culprit.
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A police investigator shares his experience of using a polygraph examination to rule out a suspect and focus on other leads in a missing person investigation.
15:29 - 17:18 (01:48)
Missing Person Investigations
Summary
A police investigator shares his experience of using a polygraph examination to rule out a suspect and focus on other leads in a missing person investigation.
ChapterPolygraph Examination to Help Investigation
EpisodeFinding Rita
PodcastDateline NBC
The emotional state of a witness or suspect can impact the results of an investigation, even leading to inconclusive outcomes.
17:18 - 19:13 (01:55)
Investigation
Summary
The emotional state of a witness or suspect can impact the results of an investigation, even leading to inconclusive outcomes. Misinformation and rumors can also exacerbate the situation, making it harder for individuals to focus on helping with the investigation.