Full Police Interrogations, 911 Calls, and True Crime Investigations - True Crime Podcast 2025 The Art and Psychology of Police Interrogation A police interrogation is a formal questioning of a suspect by law enforcement to obtain evidence that could lead to a prosecution. Interrogations can occur in many settings, including police stations or on the street, and can take place during an arrest, criminal investigation, or after a suspect is in custody.  Police interrogations are often accusatorial and manipulative, and can include:  Confronting the suspect with accusations of guilt