Criminal Investigation Division

The Criminal Investigation Division is responsible for the follow-up investigation of crimes reported to the Charleston Police Department.

If you need to speak with a detective, or want to inquire about a case status, call (304) 348-6480. If your call is during other than normal business hours, please leave a message, or if the call is urgent, it may be possible to contact the detective via the Records Section at 348-6424.

If you would like to provide information about a case but want to remain anonymous, you can submit the information on our Provide a Tip page.

Dive Unit

Commander: Captain Jamey Noland

304-348-6460

The Dive Unit supports the Criminal Investigative Division by performing the following duties and responsibilities: underwater crime scene, search and recovery and homeland security. The Dive Unit consists of 5 members highly trained in commercial surface supplied diving, underwater crime scene and search and recovery operations.