Investigations

Detectives Investigations Bureau

The Investigations Section, which is headed by the Operations Captain, plays a significant role in the department's efforts to detect and apprehend offenders who commit crimes on Marco Island. Detectives have specialized investigatory responsibilities to support the Patrol Division with expertise for follow-up investigations, and preliminary investigations when required.

Investigators process evidence at crime scenes and analyze patterns and criminal intelligence utilizing modern resources and techniques. The investigations division’s work includes:

• Conducting juvenile investigations in which specially trained investigators handle all cases involving victims or offenders under the age of eighteen
• Conducting pre-employment background investigations
• Investigating less serious offenses, such as theft, criminal damage to property, and disorderly conduct
• Investigating major crimes, such as homicide, robbery, sexual assault, fraud, and burglary
• Obtaining search and arrest warrants
• Processing crime scenes and collecting evidence, including computers and digital evidence

If you have any information relating to a crime or potential crime, please contact us at 239-389-5050 or 911 for emergencies.