Criminal Investigations Division
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SSgt. Michael R. Earl Chief Investigator |
Staff Sergeant Michael R. Earl is the Chief Investigator of the Centerville Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division. SSgt. Earl has over 26 years of law enforcement experience, including over 12 years as a Criminal Investigator. He has previously served as a patrol officer, crime scene technician, field-training officer, and narcotics investigator.
Two full-time detectives currently man the Criminal Investigations Division. These officers are tasked with investigating major crimes including, but not limited to, homicide, sexual assault, robbery, burglary, fraud (to include identity theft, Internet scams, forgery, and credit card theft), criminal street gangs, elder abuse, arson, acts of terrorism, and missing persons cases.
The Criminal Investigations Division also makes a significant contribution to the prevention of crime. This is done by analyzing crime data, gathering intelligence information,and recognizing patterns of criminal activity.
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Sgt. Chuck Hadden
Investigations |
When data and patterns of criminal activity yield enough information, the Criminal Investigations Division may conduct surveillances, execute search warrants, conduct sting operations or initiate a task force in conjunction with other federal, state, or local agencies to address ongoing criminal activity.
In addition to the daily task of investigating criminal activity, the Criminal Investigations Division performs a variety of other tasks throughout the year to assist the Police Department and help the city of Centerville maintain its high quality of services for its residents, business owners and visitors.
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