INVESTIGATIVE REPORT: An in-depth investigative story based on good investigative reporting techniques; obtaining and using public information as a foundation for news stories; including Interviews of both ‘experts’, scientists, and ‘witnesses’ as well as possible suspects; all the while conducting yourself in an ethical and professional manner with an emphasis on producing stories that make a difference.
Investigative Report... A Murder at Westlake High School
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Breaking news: Sometime between 4 and 8 pm on Monday May 16th a murder occurred in the Biology Store room located in Room 102 at Westlake High School. The victim’s identity is currently unknown; as several teachers have gone missing over the weekend and have not yet been located. Report by Emma Schulze '17
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A Police announced that based on blood type, bone analysis and the height of the victim that the victim is Westlake High School science teacher, Mr. Raymond Szczerba. Report by Kevin Julian '17
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Forensics indicate that from soil samples and fingerprints two of the suspects are science teachers, Mr. Schyler smith and Mrs. Lauren Cherchia all three teachers are known to share the storeroom and lab coats. . Report by Nick Colabatistto '18.
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The victim’s identity is currently known as science teacher Mr. Raymond Szczerba. At the time of the murder several teachers were missing but have been located. In conversation with Tania Greco we learn that faculty are shocked and dismayed. Report by Taylor Garritano '17.
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This was the call that started it all, on Monday May 16th Mr. Raymond Szczerba was brutally murdered with a broom stick. There were four main suspects, Science teachers Schyler Smith, Lauren Cherchia, Math teacher Brian McClintock and Social Studies Teacher Stephanie Hopkins that were all found to have no alibi the night of the murder. Report by Spencer Knowles '16.
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A Press Conference was held with Forensics Students Brianna Zambardi, Mike Marron and Mike Withus who explained to the media how they discovered the identity of the murderer. As we see the murderer being arrested, we hear their side of the story.