Which criminal type may engage in 'dry runs' in preparation for a robbery?

• A. Identity Thief
• B. Con Artist and Con Games or Schemes
• C. Burglar
• D. Robber

Answer: (D)

Dry runs are rehearsals criminals use to practice the plan before the act, focusing on how the crime will unfold, the timing, entry and exit routes, and handling potential problems. For a robbery, this kind of preparation helps ensure the sequence goes smoothly under pressure: how to confront or control the scene, how long the theft will take, how to deal with alarms or witnesses, and the quickest way to escape. That emphasis on practicing a forced theft and escape is why a robber is the best fit.

Other criminals typically prepare differently. Identity thieves and con artists focus on deception, misrepresentation, or social engineering rather than rehearsing a physical, in-and-out crime. Burglars may scout a target or practice entry, but the deliberate, step-by-step rehearsal of a robbery—anticipating resistance, handling a threat, and coordinating a rapid getaway—aligns most with a robber.