The Major Crimes Unit is responsible for the investigation of all felony crimes against persons, major fraud investigations, officer involved shootings, and executive protection. The Sexual Assault Unit, Fugitive Detail and the Rural Crime Prevention Program also work out of the Major Crimes Unit.

In 2003, there were 12 more homicides than the previous year and an 8 percent increase in violent crimes. For up-to-date crime stats, go to the Crime Stastics page.