Pursuing Justice Through Investigation
The Criminal Investigations Division (CID) plays a crucial role in solving crime and ensuring justice for victims in the City of Hanahan. This division conducts in-depth investigations into a wide range of offenses, from violent crimes to financial fraud, while also managing the critical processes of evidence collection and crime analysis.
General Investigations
Led by a team of four detectives, CID handles a variety of complex investigative tasks, including:
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Investigating financial crimes such as forgeries, identity theft, credit card fraud, embezzlement, and internal theft.
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Handling cases involving violent offenses and serious crimes against persons.
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Investigating burglaries, auto thefts, and other property-related offenses occurring within city limits.
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Collecting, preserving, and processing crime scene evidence to support or refute investigative theories and support prosecution.
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Managing cases involving juveniles, individuals with special needs, vulnerable adults, missing persons, juvenile status offenses, and sexual assault.
Narcotics & Vice Investigations
One detective is assigned exclusively to narcotics investigations. This role focuses on identifying, investigating, and prosecuting individuals or groups involved in:
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The distribution of illicit narcotics
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Vice-related criminal operations
These efforts help reduce the impact of drug-related crimes and promote safer neighborhoods throughout Hanahan.
Alcohol Enforcement Team
CID also represents the department in the Alcohol Enforcement Team (AET) Program, a partnership with the Ernest E. Kennedy Center and other law enforcement agencies across Berkeley County. The goal is to reduce youth access to alcohol and promote community awareness. Strategies implemented through AET include:
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Compliance Checks: Deploying underage individuals to test alcohol sale compliance in retail environments.
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Party Patrols: Monitoring neighborhoods for unauthorized youth gatherings involving alcohol.
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Traffic Enforcement: Conducting patrols with an emphasis on underage drinking and impaired driving.
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Public Education: Speaking at schools, community meetings, and local businesses to raise awareness about underage alcohol prevention.
Through thorough investigations and community partnerships, the Criminal Investigations Division upholds the department’s commitment to justice, safety, and proactive problem-solving.
