Got a call about a burglary that happened while homeowner was away. Went to the victims house. Two gaming consoles and a laptop was taken. The victim suspected two neighbors but had no evidence.
I called a partner to arrive and we questioned the suspects. They swore up and down they had no idea what we were taking about. But through instinct I knew something was amiss from their story. I hatched a plan to put both persons in the back of my patrol vehicle in handcuffs under the cause of detention for investigation as they ( In my mind were reasonable suspicion suspects ) tell them I had them on video from the victims house and let them stirr about the possibility while the recording device was on inside my patrol vehicle. However my on duty Sgt arrived and upon hearing my plan, was angry with me and lectured me about violating peoples rights, no cause for dention, the appearance of an arrest made an ect. After some tense moments I asked can they go willingly into my car. Sgt replied yes If they want to.
So I walked over to both men asked If theyd be WILLING to sit in my patrol vehcile unsearched and uncuffed. They agreed willingly, and the rest of the plan was set into motion. They confessed to themselves and I was able to recover the stolen items and make two arrests.
How are they gonna break into their neighbors house. Note to criminals - Dont do crime in your neighborhood.
Well dont do crime at all but your criminals so...
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