Division Overview
The El Cerrito Police Department's Investigations Division conducts the on-scene investigations of major incidents; investigates crimes that require an extended time commitment, expertise, or sensitivity; and conducts follow up to all crimes initiated through patrol reports. Serious crimes may require special expertise and more lengthy investigation than uniformed patrol officers can provide. The mission of the Investigations Division is to solve crimes and thoroughly prepare cases for prosecution as well as maintain liaisons with other investigative agencies including the
Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office.
The Investigations Division is responsible for coordination and follow-up of major crimes, such as Homicide, Robbery, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Fraud, and Burglary.
Our Detectives also track Sex, Narcotics, and Arson registrants. It is involved in the suppression of gangs and drugs in collaboration with the regional Narcotics Enforcement Team and Vehicle Theft Task Force.
The Investigations Division consists of four Detectives, one Corporal and one Sergeant. All are trained through the Institute Of Criminal Investigations in the specialty discipline relative to their assignments. Some are also qualified as Field Evidence Technicians.
The Investigations Division also works with the City of El Cerrito Crime Prevention Committee to produce Crime Prevention materials and presentations. Detectives are available to speak to groups or individual businesses about crime trends and prevention methods.
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