The Criminal Investigation Department is responsible for the prevention, detection and investigation of serious and volume crime across the Island.
The Department deals with all serious crime, including: suspicious deaths, sexual assaults, GBH, robbery, burglary, arson and any other crimes requiring complex investigation.
In addition, the office is also supported by the Scientific Support Department - headed by the Detective Inspector of C.I.D.
The department assists with Crime Scene and Forensic Investigations, including the recovery of fingerprints, bodily fluids, footwear, and clothing fibres, on behalf of the Police and the Guernsey Border Agency.
Staff from the Department also work with Officers from Guernsey Fire & Rescue Service and the Health & Safety Executive when required.