Special Units
In addition to their normal patrol functions, most of the Deputies are cross
trained in one or several extra professional skill sets. Others are permanently
assigned to investigative positions or public relation details.
DETECTIVE BUREAU
The Detective Bureau of the Sheriff’s Office, are full time positions currently
occupied by a Detective Lieutenant and five deputies. They perform a wide range
of investigative jobs and account for one of the busiest workloads in the
department. In addition to the normal investigations, one detective is trained
in the latest computer/internet examination procedures. On top of all of this,
many still maintain their skill sets from previous road patrol assignments, and
are called on to assist road patrol investigations.
ARSON INVESTIGATION
Former Sheriff Tim Donnellon, in
cooperation with the various County Fire Chiefs, started this unit in 2009. The
unit is called on to determine cause and origin of the many structure and
vehicle fires that occur within St Clair County. Since its inception, the team
has already been involved in several fire scenes, some of which involved
fatalities.
SPECIAL RESPONSE TEAM
When situations arise that call for a more weighted response, the members of the
counties SRT team are called. Whether assisting in executing narcotic search
warrants or working thru a dangerous hostage situation, these highly trained
deputies meet each incident with unmatched professionalism. Members have
received training in various areas from explosive breaching, clandestine
laboratory entry to precision marksman. The team has trained with various
agencies such as the: FBI, DEA, Border Patrol and several other Michigan
Tactical teams.
In addition to these units, deputies are trained in several of the following
duties.
- Evidence technician
- Accident investigation/reconstruction
- Medical examiner special investigator
- School Resource Deputy
Sheriff King is committed to providing the most highly trained deputies
possible to conduct the investigations for the citizens of St. Clair County.