Assistant Chief GA Padrick CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION 770-724-7589
The mission of the Criminal Investigation Division is to investigate and follow up on violent crimes against persons, auto thefts, gang activity, quality of life issues and illegal drug violations.
MAJOR CRIMES SECTION
Homicides and assaults
Gang activity
Auto Theft
Crime Scene processing
Victim Advocates
Homeland Security/Intelligence
HOMICIDE/ASSAULTS UNIT (HAU) The Homicide/Assaults Unit investigates all homicides, a majority of assaults, and kidnappings. If you have a question about one of the above crimes, please call 770-724-7850.
SPECIAL VICTIMS (SVU)
Special Victims detectives investigate the following crimes:
• Domestic violence • Sexual assaults • Elder abuse
• Child abuse • Internet crimes against children • Missing persons
Click here for resources on Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Human Trafficking and Child or Elder Abuse. If you have a question about one of the above crimes, please call 770-724-7710.
NARCOTICS AND VICE (NVU)
To report illegal drug/vice activity, please click below. Or call the hotline at 770-724-7762.
AUTO THEFT UNIT
If you have questions about an auto theft case, Auto Theft detectives can be reached at 770-724-7650.
CONTACT US: DeKalb Police Department 1960 W. Exchange Place Tucker, GA 30084
1300 Commerce Drive Decatur, GA 30030
404-371-2000