This division represents the hub of all information that flows into the department of which, the most critical communications being incoming 9-1-1 calls.
The detective bureau is responsible for all major investigations and those forwarded from patrol to be further investigated. Detectives also develop information on crimes independently through a variety of sources, including drug related crimes.
Patrol officers respond to a great variety of calls, ranging from simple community oriented issues within the city, up to the most critical incidents involving the threat of violence, potential loss of life, and facing the harm that can result from any call-for-service.