Which of the following is an aim of PAPER questions asked after arrest and before arriving at the station?

• A. Prevent harm coming to people
• B. Alerting other suspects
• C. Prevent damage to property
• D. Evidence

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is safety and welfare checks after arrest and before arriving at the station. These questions are meant to identify and mitigate immediate risks to the arrestee and to others, such as injuries, medical needs, or vulnerabilities, so that appropriate care or precautions can be taken and safe transport arranged. This focus on preventing harm to people is why this set of questions is used at this stage.

Alerting other suspects isn’t the aim here because it could jeopardize safety and the integrity of the investigation. Preventing damage to property isn’t the immediate priority in custody handling. Collecting evidence is important, but these questions are about welfare and safety rather than evidential gathering, which is handled through other procedures.