The Investigative Services Section is under the command of Captain Tom Sanchez.

The Investigative Services Section is responsible for the investigation of Homicides, Robberies, Sexual Assaults, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, and Animal Neglect and Abuse cases, as well as property crimes such as Burglary, Arson, Theft, and Fraud.  Detectives assigned to this Section are highly skilled Investigators who have earned their positions by demonstrating the knowledge, skills and abilities crucial to a successful Investigator.

The Investigations Section is managed by Lieutenant Jeff Marano.  The section consists of the following specialized areas:

Homicide is supervised by Sergeant Lyle Bien.  Homicide is staffed by seven (7) full-time Detectives who are responsible for the investigation of all murders, unnatural deaths, sexual assaults, kidnappings, stalking, and hate crimes.  They are also proactive in the investigation of previously unsolved murder cases, using technological advances and innovative investigative techniques.

Robbery and Economic Crimes. Robbery is staffed by four (4) full-time Detectives who are responsible for the investigation of all robberies. Economic Crimes is staffed by three (3) full-time Detectives that are responsible for investigating all frauds, telemarketing scams, worthless and fraudulent check and credit card offenses, embezzlements, financial exploitation, computer crimes, and other scams which are perpetrated upon unsuspecting victims.

Crime Scene Investigation (C.S.I.)  is supervised by Dale Allison, a 22 year veteran of the Police Department.  C.S.I. also employs a full-time Shift Supervisor, Rebecca Coombs, seven (7) full-time Crime Scene Technicians, a Photo Lab Technician, and a Latent Fingerprint Examiner. C.S.I. is responsible for the collection, documentation and processing of all evidence needed to successfully investigate crimes. C.S.I. works closely with Forensic Technicians and utilizes the latest technological advances to assist in identifying suspected criminals.

Westside Burglary and Grand Theft  is supervised by Sergeant Karen Zorsky and is staffed by (10) full-time Detectives responsible for the investigation of all thefts, residential and business burglary on the west side of the City, felony vandalism, Arson, and traveling criminal activity.  The Detectives also conduct inspections of the various Pawn Shops throughout Hollywood to ensure compliance with State and Local laws.

Eastside Burglary and Auto Theft is supervised by Sergeant Nicole Coffin and is responsible for the investigation of all auto thefts, auto parts thefts, and vehicle burglaries, and for all residential and business burglary on the west side of the City. The Detectives conduct inspections of auto body repair shops to ensure compliance with State and Local laws. The Hollywood Police Department is also a participating Member of the Broward County Auto Theft Task Force, a multi-agency investigative force.

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