TO PROTECT AND SERVE.
Three investigators are assigned to the detective division under the direct supervision of the Captain. Two investigators are assigned to assist the patrol division with crime scene processing, evidence collection, follow up with investigation of serious offenses, work with the victims, identify offenders, and work with prosecutors to present cases for trial. One investigator is assigned to work narcotics and vice cases in the city. Working with other agencies in the county and state and assisted by other Port Lavaca officers, this investigator is responsible to identify and prosecute drug offenders in the area and work vice investigations as needed.