What should be included in a 900 code location sketch if available?

• A. A brief mention of coordinates or mapping reference and any landmarks.
• B. No location details are necessary.
• C. A detailed narrative of the suspect’s actions.
• D. Only the street name.

Answer: (B)

When a location sketch is available, its purpose is to give a precise visual reference for where the incident is. Relying on that sketch means you don’t need to spell out coordinates, mapping references, or landmarks in the text because the sketch already contains those details in a clear, portable form. Refer to the sketch as the source of location information, and keep the narrative concise by not duplicating what the sketch provides. This helps responders quickly orient themselves without sifting through redundant data. If no sketch exists, then you would supply essential textual location cues, such as cross streets and nearby landmarks, to guide units to the scene.