Instructions: The below case study is based on actual events. Read the case study and then identify the steps you would take to keep the agency executives involved in this incident.

The Beltway sniper case was an infamous crime, instilling fear in thousands of people. According to the after-action report, communication was clearly the most compelling concern in the sniper case. Investigations of this kind succeed or fail based on executives' ability to effectively manage and communicate information in a timely manner. Incident Commanders must balance the incident needs with the obligations of local executives to be responsive to their citizens. In the words of one police chief, "You cannot expect leaders to stop leading."

In the box below, type a list of the steps you would take to keep the agency executives involved.