Learn · Sentences Reporting a Crime
I saw a person running away from the scene of a crime.
A2Sentence
I saw a person running away from the scene of a crime.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
If you witness a crime, you should try to remember details and report to the authorities, but don't chase the suspect.
Describing Habits
I always try to be observant, so I noticed a person running away from the scene.
Asking About Others
Did you see anyone fleeing the scene of the accident?
Sharing Hypotheticals
If I hadn't been there, I wouldn't have seen the person running away.
Rephrased versions
Formal
I observed an individual fleeing the location of the crime.
Casual
I saw someone running away from where the crime happened.
Simpler English
I saw a person run from the crime.
Phrases to learn
running away
Fleeing from a place, often to avoid capture or responsibility.
scene of a crime
The location where a crime has been committed.