Identikit

Identikit refers to a composite sketch of a suspect's face. These sketches are created by police departments or law enforcement agencies based on descriptions provided by witnesses or victims. The process typically involves a police artist or a computer-assisted system that allows for the selection and arrangement of facial features. Witnesses describe attributes such as eye shape, nose structure, hair color and style, and facial contours. The artist or system then uses this information to build a likeness, which is often refined through further interaction with the witness. The goal of an identikit is to provide a visual representation that can aid in identifying potential suspects. While identikits can be a valuable investigative tool, their accuracy can vary greatly depending on the quality of the witness's memory and their ability to articulate descriptive details. They are generally used in conjunction with other investigative methods rather than as standalone evidence. The term "identikit" itself is a brand name of a specific composite drawing system that became widely known, though the general practice of creating composite sketches is broader.