See it, Sketch it, Remember it: The Impact of Sketching on Recalling Information

Abstract

Sketching is an interview technique whereby an eyewitness is asked to draw parts of what they experienced, while also telling in their own words what happened. Sketching is a beneficial tool for investigative interviewers because it improves their comprehension of eyewitness accounts beyond just listening. Seeing a sketch of the interviewee’s recall at the same time as hearing the experience appears to be the most effective approach – this is known as a concurrent sketch.