Arson fires and, in particular, arson homicides allow for a warrantless crime scene search in most jurisdictions, but it is your experience that a warrant is always better. Instruct your personnel in what the appropriate initiation of the investigation should be. o To avoid issues with evidence collection,
what do you think should be done about the scene? Explain.
Who should be brought in immediately? Why?
• Where should you look for the owner of the property? Why?