Police are least likely to arrest the suspect when

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When police are summoned to a call, they have a legal obligation to investigate the situation and determine if a crime has been committed. If they determine that a crime has been committed and have probable cause to believe that the suspect committed the crime, then they will make an arrest. However, when police initiate the call, they may be more likely to try and resolve the situation without making an arrest. Additionally, if the victim or suspect is hostile, it may increase the likelihood of an arrest being made.

Police Are Least Likely to Arrest the Suspect When