Which requirement must be met for the fleeing felon rule to apply?

The fleeing felon rule applies when a credible person provides information about a felony being committed, indicating that immediate action may be necessary to apprehend the suspect. This requirement ensures that the officer is acting on reliable information rather than assumptions or vague reports. Credibility in the information source enhances the justification for pursuing a suspect, especially in situations where they may pose a danger to the community or when evidence suggests they are involved in serious criminal activity.

While the other conditions may contribute to the context of a law enforcement encounter, they do not specifically meet the requirements needed for the fleeing felon rule to be invoked. For example, simply having a felony reported or the officer's suspicion of a crime does not necessarily provide the immediate justification needed for a pursuit without credible verification of the situation.