The Dangers of Being a Detective

Being a detective means constantly walking on a tightrope, like gravity, where danger pulls you to the bottom. Although the thrill and adrenaline rush of chasing down a criminal is as addictive as a double espresso shot, there is still a high chance of a perilous fall. However, dodging it like a pro is a part of a detective’s experiential learning. 

Piecing the puzzles together is part of a detective’s job; when people are convicted of terrible things, they must verify if the sentence is justified or a deception the perpetrator dramatizes. All this takes a lot of logical thinking, actionable plans, and facing the danger eye to eye without forsaking your senses. Let’s dig deeper into the type of threats and risks a detective faces in their field in this blog. 

Dire Threats 

Although detectives do not always have to report to dangerous situations, like mob lynching or riots, their job still requires them to put their lives on the line. Some suspects also have weapons and planned traps hidden away to make them give up investigating. Another instance includes the deceptions criminals create to lure detectives into danger. Like police officers, they could also be injured or killed, as criminal suspects are unpredictable, and they may put you in situations involving the use of firearms. These situations happen instantly, leaving them no time for backup, and even when they do, they still have to fight and prevent the suspect from fleeing. 

Mentally Taxing

Overall, being a detective requires a mix of intellectual rigor, empathy, and resilience. There’s a lot of pressure, as they often deal with complex and sometimes disturbing situations. You never know what kind of crime you might encounter on a good sunny evening. Sometimes, the harrowing images become etched into your memories, constantly reminding them of the darkness they have faced. From extremely bloody scenes and dead bodies to witnessing the outcries of the grieving people, it takes a toll on their mental and emotional well-being. 

Insurmountable Workload

A detective might have to tackle around 70-80 cases at a time, where they have to investigate and analyze every criminal situation simultaneously. All this workload makes it impossible to plan their days or have ample family time. Almost every case requires their immediate attention, and if not catered to immediately, this goes into the long list of inactive case files. This overwhelming workload can also cause occupational stress, fluctuating your daily professional and personal activities. 

How Do You Navigate the World of Crime as A Detective?

The Protagonist of Bob Kelly’s new novel, “Chicago Detective Jack Fallon in the Mystery of the Exotic Escort Murders,” is off to crack a murder mystery for the first time. Teamed up for the first time with Elaina Rodriguez, Jack and her have to find a murderer on the loose who is mercilessly killing escorts in Chicago city. Surrounded by deception, danger, mental tax, and threats from a Southside street gang, they must unravel the mystery behind the escort’s murder case before more lives get at stake. 

Will there be an end to these murders, or will the Chi City live in fear for the rest of their lives? Find out in “Chicago Detective Jack Fallon in the Mystery of the Exotic Escort Murders,” now available on Amazon.