Statistics, SCDIU

Detective Bureau Statistics

Other 7% Crimes against Persons 18%

Child / Adult Protection 47% Property Crimes 28%

Child/Adult Protection Cases Referred Criminal Cases Referred Cases Assigned Cleared CAC (Formal Com- Cleared Cita- Cleared Exceptionally Cases Unfounded Inactive

298 383 341 102 24 1 23 74 34

South Central Drug Investigation Unit

The mission of the South Central Drug Investigation Unit is to investigate and apprehend mid to upper level drug dealers and violent offenders. The Owatonna Police Department is the fiscal agent of a four county multi -jurisdictional Violent Crime Enforcement Team (VCET) including Steele, Freeborn, Waseca, and Faribault Counties serving 2,500 square miles and approximately 100,000 people. The unit consists of a commander, evidence technician, and four full-time agents. There are 13 law enforcement agencies within the four counties who contribute funds to the unit, along with state and federal grants.

SCDUI’s focus is to investigate the sale, possession, and manufacturing of illegal drugs including methamphetamine, opioids, prescription pills, cocaine, and marijuana. The agents work closely with other agencies to identify drug dealers who are selling in several jurisdictions or states. By locating the main sources of the drugs, they can reduce the supply in our communities.

Agents also conduct public presentations for civic groups, schools, churches, workplaces, and professional groups in order to educate and increase awareness.