Criminal Investigation Section

Responsibilities
The Harrison Police Department Investigations Section work on a wide variety of cases that include homicides, robberies, burglaries, thefts and just about any other type of reported criminal activity. Once a crime has been reported, the Investigations Unit, commonly referred to as the Criminal Investigations Section, are responsible for the ensuing investigation and efforts to bring the perpetrator(s) to justice. Investigators have been supplied with the latest advances in technology to investigate criminals and drug dealers.

Additional Known Skills
With such a diverse caseload, these detectives must be skilled in the many methods of investigating the criminal element. It is not uncommon for these individuals to complete the role of photographer, evidence technician, victim advocate and interrogator, all in the same day.

The primary responsibility for any police agency is to investigate crimes committed against the citizens it is sworn to protect. The Harrison Police Department Criminal Investigation Section provide the necessary skills and tenacious attitude required.