The Criminal Investigations Division (CID) of the sheriff’s office is responsible for conducting in-depth investigations into serious crimes such as homicides, sexual assaults, robberies, burglaries, and major thefts. Detectives within this division gather and analyze evidence, interview witnesses and suspects, prepare detailed case reports, and work closely with forensic specialists and prosecutors to build strong cases for prosecution. They may also serve warrants, conduct surveillance, and testify in court. The CID plays a vital role in solving complex cases, identifying suspects, and ensuring justice is served, contributing significantly to the overall safety and security of Monroe County.
All detectives are chosen based on years of experience and demonstrated ability to effectively manage communications with victims, witnesses, and suspects. Newly assigned detectives engage in intensive in-house training and are assigned to a senior detective for guidance.
Once assigned to CID, all investigators continue to receive extensive training in specialties such as: polygraph, narcotics, undercover operations, interviewing and interrogation skills. This investment in continuous training ensures Monroe County has the most proficient and skillful detectives available for any situation.
The Criminal Investigations Division handles a broad spectrum of cases such as:
- Property crimes: theft, burglary, financial crimes and arson.
- Personal crimes: assault, battery, robbery, abuse and neglect of children/adults.
- Sex Crimes: rape, child molestations, voyeurism.
- Death investigations: homicide, suicide and accidental deaths.
- Drug investigations: any illegal drugs and emerging drug threats.
- Pharmaceutical diversion crimes: dealing with prescription fraud, doctor-shopping and related offenses.
- Juvenile offenses: alcohol offenses, truancy, incorrigibility and curfew violations.
- Domestic violence crimes: battery, confinement and violation of protection orders