After completing a citizen's arrest, the security officer calls police. The subject suddenly says, 'I want to leave.' The officer should:

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AImmediately release the person to avoid a lawsuit
BMaintain the lawful detention and wait for police to arrive
CAllow the person to leave but record their name
DPhysically block the exit without speaking to the subject

✓ Correct answer: B. Maintain the lawful detention and wait for police to arrive Once a lawful citizen's arrest is made, the officer may maintain the detention until police arrive; releasing the subject could compromise the arrest.

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