Neutral Witness Statement Tips

Summary

When writing a witness statement for an HR investigation, maintain a neutral and factual tone. Clearly state the facts without adding personal opinions or assumptions. Ensure your statement is unbiased to avoid potential repercussions. If unsure, consider seeking legal advice to ensure your statement is appropriate and protects your interests.

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See below email which i"m writing to our HR office which they have asked me to write in regards to on going investigation between two other colleagues and asked me to write as witness. Please correct if anything needs to be corrected and also adjust it so nothing will be used against me:
Here’s a revised version of your email with a neutral tone to ensure your statement is factual and unbiased:
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Dear Sara,
As requested, I am providing my statement regarding the ongoing investigation.
On the morning of * October, I was in Aliia’s office for a meeting and was not aware of any conversation or incident involving Mowafy and Sami at that time.
In the afternoon, I was not in the office. Upon my return, I was at my workstation with my AirPods on when I noticed Sami moving from his desk toward the hallway. I heard him speaking in Arabic to Mowafy in a loud voice, mentioning something about an email that needed a reply. At that moment, I did not have any context regarding their conversation.
Additionally, during today’s meeting at the HR office, a question was raised about a past incident where Sami allegedly exposed himself to Mowafy. I can confirm that I witnessed an interaction where Mowafy was near Sami's desk, and they appeared to be joking with each other in a mix of languages. At one point, Sami briefly exposed himself to Mowafy. I later saw Mowafy return to his desk.
Please let me know if further information is required.
Best regards,
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