Detectives
The Detective Division is responsible for the continued investigation of felony criminal cases and some of the more complex misdemeanor cases.
This Division is divided into six units:
- Domestic Violence
- Persons Crimes Unit
- Property Crimes Unit
- Special Investigations Unit
- Property and Evidence
- School Resource Officers
The Domestic Violence Unit, is dedicated to domestic violence crimes. Domestic violence, or intimate partner violence, can be a single abusive event or a pattern of coercive behavior used as revenge or to control, punish, or intimidate an intimate partner. Domestic violence can take many forms, including abuse that is verbal, physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, and/or financial.
The Persons Crimes Unit, is responsible for investigating crimes committed against people, including: homicide and death investigations, sexual assault, robbery, aggravated assault, kidnapping, child abuse, and weapon offenses. Under the Persons Crimes Unit, Longmont Police has a detective assigned to human trafficking cases.  Human trafficking is a crime that falls under the Persons Crime Unit which involves using force, fraud, or coercion to compel an individual into commercial sex acts or labor/services against their will for profit. It constitutes a form of modern-day slavery and is a serious violation of human rights. This issue occurs globally, including within the United States. Sergeant Todd Chambers.
The Property Crimes Unit, is responsible for investigating crimes committed against property, including: burglary, trespass, auto theft, criminal mischief, theft, arson, extortion, fraud, forgery and white collar/computer crime. Sergeant Tim Madigan.
The Special Investigations Unit is for investigating gang related activity, narcotic and vice investigations as well as fugitive location and apprehension. SIU assists other units and divisions with large scale investigations. These may include pattern crimes, organized criminal activity, and any other types of specialized investigations deemed necessary by the public safety director. Special Investigations Unit . Acting Sergeant Russell Johnson.Â
The Property and Evidence Unit handles all property that is booked at the Longmont Police Department. This section is responsible for maintaining the integrity of evidence and works closely with officers, the municipal prosecutor, the district attorney's office, and municipal, county and district courts.  Property and Evidence Unit . Sergeant Michael Slack.
The School Resource Officers (SROs) are a service function of the Detectives. Its primary functions and responsibilities are:
- Safe schools – promoting a safe environment in school settings through crime and disorder prevention, reducing illegal drug and alcohol use, and encouraging responsible motor vehicle operation, all of which is accomplished through investigations, restorative justice, mediation and the enforcement of statutes, ordinances and school policies
- Education programs – promotion and coordination of safety and awareness programs for students and staff
- Prevention programs – school programs to enhance positive decision-making skills and deter substance use and abuse.
School Resource Officer Unit . Sergeant Zach McDonnell.Â
For a list of current School Resource Officer assignments
If you are reporting an incident or crime for the first time, please call 911 for an emergency or 303-651-8501 for non-emergencies. Detective Section Assistant Chief Phil Piotrowski (303) 774-4478 (non-emergency)
