Patrol Division
The Patrol Division is the most visible and recognizable unit of the Police Department, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Patrol officers are first responders who provide proactive police patrols, enforce statutes and ordinances, traffic laws, report offenses and offer crime prevention tips and education to the community. In short, Patrol performs initial investigations into offenses and prevents and deters crimes through their presence.
In order to effectively provide coverage throughout the Town, the Patrol Division utilizes four shifts that work in 12-hour rotations with both day and night shift coverage.
Specialized Units
In addition to the officers who respond to calls, there are many specialized units that operate under the division’s control. A few of these units are:
- Field Training Officer (FTO) Program
- Automatic License Plate Reader Program
- Community Policing Unit
- Detective Bureau