crime reporter

Covers illegal activity

A crime reporter is a journalist who covers criminal activity, police investigations, and court proceedings for a news organization.

The beat typically includes murders, robberies, arrests, and trials: She spent ten years as a crime reporter before moving to the editorial desk.

Crime reporters cultivate sources in law enforcement and develop expertise in criminal justice systems.

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breaking news · homicide · investigation · cold case · police · source · scoop · byline · mugshot · courtroom · trial · witness · headline · front page · tabloid · breaking · exclusive · editor

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subject matter coverage

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relationship to crime/justice system

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Person who breaks laws

perpetrator · defendant · crime boss · mob boss · gangster

Family

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