As a police officer, you get a panic call from a bank manager about an armed robbery in progress with hostages. As per standard operating procedures, which of these should be your immediate response? 

The correct answer is ​Set-up perimeter checkpoints to isolate the area.

Key Points

• The points that support the answer -
  • Controlling the Situation: Setting up perimeter checkpoints around the bank helps immediately to control the situation by containing the robbers within a defined area.
  • Ensuring Public Safety: By isolating the area, law enforcement can better manage the flow of traffic and pedestrians, keeping civilians at a safe distance from the danger zone