Emergency Calls:
911
Emergency Calls:
911
Main Number:
(256) 341-4600
Tip Line:
(256) 341-INFO (4636)
For a description of what a particular department handles as well as contact within the department, please click on the department name for more information.
Nate Allen
(256) 341-4602
Supervisor:
Lt. Timothy Pinion
(256) 341-4645
The Office of Professional Standards handles the processing of community reports about Decatur Police Department officers. Personnel in this department are responsible for accepting complaints on officers suspected of alleged misconduct that could violate departmental policies, procedures, or laws. The Office of Professional Standards is also responsible for collecting letters of commendation from community members who elect to report a positive experience they’ve had with an officer.
If you are a member of the community who wishes to report an experience you’ve had with a Decatur Police Department officer, here are the steps you’ll need to take:
Please remember that a formal complaint should only be made if you have honest and accurate information. If you knowingly submit false statements, you may be subject to prosecution.
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Division Commander:
Capt. Chris Jones
(256) 341-4630
The patrol division provides the first contact between the police department and the citizens of Decatur. Patrol is responsible for responding to calls for service ranging from minor reports to felony crimes in progress. Patrol officers initiate criminal investigations and complete reports to be used by investigators for felony prosecutions. Patrol officers also proactively patrol areas to maintain a visible police presence to reduce the opportunity for criminals to commit crimes.
Shift Commander:
Lt. Chris Moffett
(256) 341-4624
Shift Commander:
Lt. Jim Buchli
(256) 341-4624
Shift Commander:
Lt. Jon Sharp
(256) 341-4654
Shift Commander:
Lt. John Crouch
(256) 341-4654
Ofc. Julie Reynolds
Ofc. Greg Rutherford
Responsible for evidence searches, tracking of lost children, lost Alzheimer’s patients and criminals, narcotics detection, criminal apprehension and handler protection.
Supervisor:
Lt. Chris Delgado
(256) 341-4661
The traffic division is responsible for investigating motor vehicle crashes and traffic homicides in the city limits of Decatur. In addition, traffic officers perform motor carrier safety inspections and child safety seat installations. The traffic division also attempts to reduce the number of motor vehicle crashes through the use of radar details and safety checkpoints.
Ofc. Josh Fisher
(256) 341-4631
Ofc. Kevin Lewis
(256) 341-4631
Ofc. Chris Macris
(256) 341-4631
Ofc. Kristian Moody
(256) 341-4631
Ofc. Josh Williams
(256) 341-4631
Ofc. Robbie Willis
(256) 341-4631
Ofc. Tony Vest
(256) 341-4631
Ofc. Matt Young
(256) 341-4631
Phone:
(256) 341-4650
Division Commander:
Capt. Jeremy Hayes
(256) 341-4667
Supervisors:
Lt. Scott Strickland
(256) 341-4671
Lt. Justin Lyon
(256) 341-4635
*-Indicates 2nd-shift
Supervisor:
Sgt. Donny Betterton
(256) 341-4633
Responsible for investigating felony crimes against property to include burglaries, thefts, arsons, B&E Auto, auto thefts, and criminal mischief cases.
Det. Jasmin Ferizovic
(256) 341-4614
Det. Timothy Jackson
(256) 341-4642
Det. Brian Prosser
(256) 341-4842
Det. Cole Veazey
(256) 341-4846
Supervisor:
Sgt. Donny Betterton
(256) 341-4633
Responsible for fraud and forgery related financial crimes relating to checks, credit cards, identity thefts, embezzlement, commercial thefts involving employees, counterfeiting, and computer crimes.
Det. Michael Ferguson
(256) 341-4669
Supervisor:
Lt. Justin Lyon
(256) 341-4635
Responsible for detection, collection, packaging, transportation, processing, and preservation of evidence relating to felony crimes. The CSU testify in court, instruct classes, attend and photograph autopsies, and maintain equipment in a state of readiness.
Sgt. Timothy Hutchings
(256) 341-4648
Tech Trang Ozbun
(256) 341-4648
*-Indicates 2nd-shift
Supervisor:
Sgt. Brandon Abbott
(256) 341-4859
Responsible for investigating acts as well as threats of physical and emotional violence involving intimate or former partners, relatives, or present or former household members. The DVU assists victims in recognizing immediate and long-term health, social, and economic consequences of remaining in abusive relationships.
Det. Damion Bankhead
(256) 341-4638
Det. Rosslon Jowers
(256) 341-4656
Supervisor:
Sgt. Brandon Abbott
(256) 341-4859
Responsible for investigating robberies, kidnappings, stalkings, homicides, suicides, escapes, accidental deaths, industrial deaths, felony assaults, missing persons, runaway juveniles, sexual assaults, child molestations, and all firearm discharge- related offenses, including misdemeanors.
Det. Joshua Daniell
(256) 341-4644
Det. Sean Mukaddam
(256) 341-4617
Supervisor:
Lt. Justin Lyon
(256) 341-4635
Det. Jordan Pace
(256) 341-4629
Supervisor:
Lt. Justin Lyon
(256) 341-4635
Responsible for proactive and reactive investigations and prosecutions of persons involved in child abuse and exploitation involving the Internet.
Det. Jodie Fuller
(256) 341-4632
Supervisor:
Sgt. Kirk Arrington
(256) 341-4639
Responsible for investigating crimes involving illegal drug, gambling, prostitution, money laundering, and associated type crimes. The unit also runs undercover operations to combat sales of alcohols to minors and murder-for-hire. The unit works closely with state and federally sponsored task forces.
Inv. William Halbrooks
(256) 341-4664
Inv. Allen Rawls
(256) 341-4674
Inv. Brandon Sain
(256) 341-4845
Inv. Max Sanders
(256) 341-4614
Division Commander:
Capt. Tony Morgan
(256) 341-4657
The management services division is responsible for all divisions related to school resource officers, safety education, volunteer programs, and other extensions of community-related programs.
Supervisor:
Sgt. Mike Moore
(256) 341-4601
Mary Odhiambo
(256) 341-4593
The Crime Analyst is responsible for maintaining the database of crime statistics for Decatur, analyzing trends and patterns in reported incidents, and completing requested crime reports.
You can view the crime map for the City of Decatur. (Note: You must type in “Decatur, AL” for data points to generate.)
Supervisor:
Lt. Charles Ward
(256) 341-4641
The Homeland Security Unit (HSU) is responsible for coordinating efforts of emergency first responders such as law enforcement, fire fighters, and emergency medical personnel. These efforts are designed to enhance the department’s ability to prevent, recover, and respond safely and effectively to threats or acts of terrorism.
Ofc. Jami Jones
(256) 341-4600
The Safety Education Unit is designed to prevent crime by educating citizens and by taking a proactive role in building community partnerships. The officer assigned to the unit maintains and oversees programming for the Police Volunteer Academy, the Explorer Program , and community policing initiatives. Other activities include: establishing and maintaining neighborhood watch programs, acting as support for the School Resource Unit, and hosting crime prevention presentations.
Supervisor:
Sgt. Elliott
(256) 351-7599
Responsible for safety on school campuses and investigation of criminal activity on school campuses.
Ofc. Archuletta
Austinville Elementary School, Woodmeade Elementary School, Frances Nungster Elementary School, Julian Harris Elementary School
Ofc. Berkowitz
Cedar Ridge Middle School & Chestnut Grove Elementary School
Ofc. Jones
Decatur High School & Special Services
Ofc. Ozbolt
Oak Park Middle School & Eastwood Elementary School
Ofc. Schutt
Austin High School
Ofc. Smiley
Brookhaven Middle School, Somerville Road Elementary School, West Decatur Elementary School
Ofc. Sutherlin
Ben Davis Elementary School, Leon Sheffield Magnet Elementary School, Banks-Caddell Elementary School, Walter Jackson Elementary School
Division Commander:
Captain Rick Archer
(256) 341-4647
Dermietrice Birdsong
(256) 341-4622
The records department organizes and maintains police reports and records, including incident/offense reports and traffic crash reports.
Supervisor:
Lt. Jeff Clem
(256) 341-4646
The primary goal of Waterborne Response Unit is to provide service in conjunction with federal,
state, and local agencies to maintain the free flow of commerce and produce a safe, secure
environment that promotes uninterrupted maritime operations.
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