Car accidents are often high-stress incidents, making it challenging to stay calm and pay attention to every little detail. The investigating officer that arrives on the scene of the accident will perform a handful of important tasks, from talking to the involved drivers and passengers to inspecting vehicles and taking photographs. These tasks give the officer pertinent information and insight into what caused the accident and who is at fault. Every little bit of information is important and may contribute to the officer’s final report. The police report is a summary of the officer’s investigation of the accident that occurred.
Some of the information a car accident police report may contain are: