If an interviewee omits important information from their written statement, what should you do?

• A. Ignore it
• B. Ask them to include the missing information
• C. Record it as is
• D. Replace the statement with a new one

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that interview records must be complete and accurate. When important information is missing from a written statement, you should ask the interviewee to include the missing details. This keeps the record whole and reliable, helps prevent misinterpretation, and ensures the interviewee has a fair opportunity to present a full account. It supports the integrity of the process and later corroboration with other evidence.

Recording the statement as it stands would leave a gap that could mislead readers or undermine credibility. Replacing the statement with a new one can alter the original account and isn't appropriate without established procedures. In practice, you’d request a supplemental statement or addendum covering the missing information, and document that a correction was obtained and added to the file.