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If you report a crime, the police will use your information to build a case against the perpetrator.
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If you report a crime, the police will use your information to build a case against the perpetrator.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
Report crimes to the police; they'll use your information to build a strong case.
Describing a Process
When a crime is reported, the police gather information to construct a case against the suspect.
Explaining a System
The legal system relies on citizen reports to help the police build cases against criminals.
Warning
Be aware that if you report a crime, your information will be used in the investigation.
Rephrased versions
Formal
Reporting a crime will enable law enforcement to utilize your statement in the prosecution of the offender.
Casual
If you tell the cops about a crime, they'll use what you say to get the bad guy.
Simpler English
If you say a crime happened, the police will use your words to catch the person who did it.
Phrases to learn
report a crime
To inform the authorities about a criminal act.
build a case
To gather evidence and information to support a legal accusation.