When investigating fraud, investigators should usually interview suspects:
A) at the beginning of the investigation process to really put the heat on them.
B) in the middle of the investigation process to make them feel that they are not really a suspect.
C) at the end of the investigation process so that they can gather sufficient evidence against them.
D) any time during the investigation process to avoid creating undue stress and suspicion among other employees.

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Suspects should be interviewed towards the end of the investigation process when there is sufficient evidence against them. This will prevent them from being tipped off and possibly destroying evidence. It is also important to have a solid understanding of the facts of the case before interviewing a suspect in order to be able to ask more pointed questions and potentially obtain a confession or additional information.

When Investigating Fraud, Investigators Should Usually Interview Suspects