Loftus et al
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Making A Case – How Psychology Can Inform the Investigative Process
Interviewing Witnesses
1.2 Factors Influencing Accurate Identification
Weapon focus refers to the concentration of a witness’s attention on a weapon
This often results in them having difficulty recalling other details of an incident
It also creates problems when they are asked to identify the perpetrator of the crime
Loftus et al (1987) Weapon Focus
Aim of the Study
To provide support for the weapons focus effect when witnessing a crime
Procedure
It was a laboratory…
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