The collection of evidence at a terrorist event is primarily the responsibility of

• A. Hazmat teams
• B. Fire department
• C. Law enforcement
• D. Arson investigator

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is that gathering evidence at a terrorist event is a criminal investigation duty. Law enforcement leads the crime-scene security, preserves the integrity of evidence, documents the scene, and maintains the chain of custody so findings can be used in court. Hazmat teams focus on hazard control and decontamination, not on assembling and preserving evidence. The fire department’s primary role is life safety, rescue, and scene stabilization. An arson investigator may be called in to examine possible causes, but they operate under the direction of law enforcement as part of the investigation. In short, law enforcement coordinates the evidence collection and overall criminal inquiry, with others providing essential safety and technical support.