Units and divisions
patrol division
Protecting Our Neighborhoods
There are more than 160 officers under the supervision of three commanders. Patrols are provided all day, every day of the year. These patrol units ensure a timely, safe, and appropriate response throughout the entire city.
The Patrol Division is composed of the following units:
- Patrol
- K-9
- Bomb Squad
- Shooting Response Team
- SWAT
The Patrol Division provides the following services:
- Crash Investigations
- Crime Scene Technicians
- Crisis Negotiation
- Honor Guard
- Motorcycle Unit
- Special Events Support
- Traffic Control
Support division
Investigative Bureau and Logistics Bureau
The Investigative Bureau, commonly known as the Detective Bureau, is composed of approximately 50 sworn and non-sworn personnel assigned to a wide variety of duties. The main responsibilities of the Bureau are to investigate reported crimes against persons and property.
The Logistics Bureau provides important support for SBPD and includes the following divisions and units:
- Payroll and Finance
- Grant Writing
- Records Bureau
- Property and Evidence
- Crime Lab
- Public Service Officers
- Research and Development
- Building Maintenance
- Motor Pool
operations division
Keeping the Police Department Functional
The Operations Division is responsible for the day to day functioning of the department as well as strategic planning.
The Operations Division includes:
- Recruitment, Training and Career Development
- Office of Professional Standards
- Public Information
- Community Outreach
- Strategic Focus Unit
- Crime Intelligence and Analysis
- Michiana Crime Stoppers
