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Below are two rewritten scenarios for the arrest report narratives, created based on the provided templates and instructions. Each scenario demonstrates proper incorporation of elements such as suspect’s intent (mens rea), causation of harm, and how these factors establish probable cause, articulated in a formal, professional tone suitable for an arrest report. The narratives are original, concise, and clear, complying with the specified word count range.

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Narrative 1

On the evening of April 25th, officers responded to a report of a physical altercation involving several juveniles at Central Park. Upon arrival, the investigation revealed three suspects—Jake, Scott, and Tony—who were all present at the scene. The preliminary investigation indicated that the altercation originated when Scott initiated provocative behavior towards Tony, which led to a physical fight. Witnesses stated that Scott was taunting Tony aggressively, which escalated into a struggle involving multiple blows. During the melee, Jake attempted to intervene and separated the fighting parties. Despite not being an intended target, Jake sustained injuries—including a possible concussion—after being struck in the head with a blunt object. Scott was observed fleeing the scene prior to law enforcement arrival.

Analysis of the scene and witness accounts indicates that Scott's actions were deliberate, all signs pointing to intentional aggression rather than an accidental collision. Selecting the actus reus, Scott's physical assault directly resulted in Jake's injuries, establishing causation. His deliberate taunting and subsequent fight reflect a conscious effort to cause harm. Based on these facts, I formed probable cause that Scott intentionally engaged in conduct that led to bodily injury, satisfying the mental element (mens rea) for assault. The converging accounts and physical evidence support the conclusion that Scott's conduct was purposeful and directly caused the harm, providing grounds for arrest and charging with assault and felony battery.

Narrative 2

At approximately 2:30 AM on April 26th, law enforcement officers apprehended suspect Edwin near the residence at 123 Elm Street, a few blocks from the scene of a residential burglary. Witnesses identified Edwin as the individual seen climbing over the fence into the backyard of the targeted house. Upon confrontation, Edwin admitted to breaking into the residence, stating that he had prior knowledge of the house, which was occupied by an elderly homeowner whom he believed to be an easy target. Evidence collected at the scene includes footwear impressions consistent with Edwin's shoes and his voluntary confession describing the break-in process. The homeowner, who was alerted by his security system, called 911 and confronted Edwin downstairs, where he brandished a shotgun in self-defense. Edwin admitted to attempting to enter the home with the intent to steal valuables, which constitutes the actus reus.

The intentional nature of Edwin's actions is evident from his own admission and corroborated by physical evidence linking him to the scene. His prior planning, entry into the residence, and statement of intent demonstrate a clear mens rea for burglary. The head-on confrontation with the homeowner, who had a lawful right to defend his property, resulted in no injuries but established causation—Edwin's unlawful entry and intent caused the breaking and entering offense. Based on this information, probable cause exists to arrest Edwin for burglary and related charges, as all elements—intent, act, and causation—are substantiated through witness statement, physical evidence, and defendant's own admission.

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