End the hiding here. The Patrol Division consists of the uniform officers, driving marked squad cars, who are the first to respond to citizen's calls for service. Patrol officers prepare written reports of their observations to be used for documentation, criminal or municipal charges, or for follow-up by the Detective Bureau. Investigations can range from violent crime to minor offenses.
Detectives receive specialized training in many fields to ensure proper investigation of all crimes.
They receive specialized training in proper interviewing of juvenile victims. When needed they are assisted by the Police Social Worker. Also assigned to the Detective Bureau is the Warrant Division. They locate individuals whom have active warrants issued through any agency. The Identification Bureau has the responsibility of processing all evidence that is collected in any investigation as well as storing this evidence for court presentation.