Explain the strengths and weaknesses of using 'Face to face interviews' as a way of investigating crime by the media?'ONE' paragraph for strengths,...

Using face to face interviews as a way of investigating crime by the media is useful in that the reporter can use the interview as a primary source which has taken active participation in an event. The information would be considered both valid and reliable as it is testimony.  Also, a face to face interview lurks inside the body language of the interviewee and helps the reporter and the audience make their own conclusions.

The problem with the face to face is also precisely the chemistry between the reporter and the interviewee.If the reporter is biased, and the interviewee is defensive, a very bad situation can occur and the information will not flow freely. Another problem is the validity of the testimony-a reporter cannot ascertain whether the interviewee is exagerating, or plain lying. Perhaps a person can tell a story better without the pressure of a face to face interview, or in writing, so that no individual characteristics or personality conflicts ruins the information.