The Secret to Great Witness Interviews

When it comes to legal investigations, the approach to gathering information can make a world of difference. At AK Investigations, we've honed a proven strategy that sets us apart: conducting in-person interviews without advance notice.

Here's why this method is a game-changer:

👉 People Actually Talk: We aren’t real to someone on the other end of the phone… How many times have you hung up on a salesperson? In person, most people are unlikely to slam the door on us if we can build rapport in the first 20 seconds.

👉 Unscripted Stories: Unlike phone calls, spontaneous face-to-face interviews capture genuine, unprepared responses. People speak more honestly when they haven't had time to rehearse. 

👉 Get more thorough interviews: People talk much longer and give more details in person than on the phone. We are able to show them photos or have them draw crime scene diagrams. It shocking how much more detail you can get in face to face interviews.

👉 Non-Verbal Cues: Meeting in person lets us read body language. It's amazing what a shrug or a glance can tell you.

👉 Contextual Understanding: Being there in person gives us a peek into the witness’s world. This helps us understand the person, their relationships, and their story better.

👉 Checking Facts on the Spot: We can confirm who they are and get the facts straight right then and there. No waiting, no mistakes.

We've found that people open up more in person. We've gotten interviews others thought impossible, just by being there. It's a whole different conversation compared to a phone call.

At AKI, we focus on creating an environment where truth surfaces naturally. This is what makes us different. 

If you’ve got a critical interview coming up in one of your cases, please don’t hesitate to give us a call.