If you see a crime or an immediate threat in Miami, focus on safety and contact emergency services.
Move to a safe place and call 911. Give the dispatcher the location, what is happening, a description of people and vehicles, and any immediate danger. Follow the dispatcher’s directions. Do not chase, restrain, or confront a person, or put yourself or others in danger to gather evidence.
Preserve what you observed
Write down what you personally saw and heard as soon as it is safe. Separate direct observations from guesses or information others provided. If you already made a photo or video safely, preserve the original file and tell investigators about it. Do not enter a restricted area, handle a weapon, remove objects, or alter a scene. Let law enforcement determine how evidence should be collected.
After making a report
Give truthful information and a way for investigators to contact you. If you fear retaliation, tell the responding officers. A witness who receives a subpoena or believes they may face exposure in an investigation can discuss their own rights with an attorney. This article does not advise anyone to ignore a lawful subpoena.
This is general information, not legal advice.
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