discussion response

Respond to listed statements in at least 300 words each statement . Do you agree or disagree with the statement. 

Statement 1:    Both crime data collection methods are crucial in aiding law enforcement in their efforts to gain intelligence that better informs their crime prevention and crime-fighting strategies. 

Statement 2:   The positive side of using official crime data is it is verifiable that the crime did happen. This method provides consistency in the data collected.