Operations Division South (ODS), sometimes referred to as "Team 1," is home to nearly 230 dedicated men and women. This successful team consists of command staff, professional staff, Neighborhood Crimes Section (NCS) detectives, the Community Response Team, community service officers, and the highly visible patrol officers. The sworn and non-sworn personnel all share the common desire to serve our community, thus enhancing the quality of life. Our officers go far beyond just handling calls for service.
People in the neighborhoods we serve often get to know our officers outside their law enforcement role. We have personnel who are active in youth sports and mentoring programs, volunteering with the elderly, music programs, and many church and social functions. We realize we are not just here to support the community. We are part of this community.
While our officers go above and beyond in engaging with the community, they still perform traditional policing tasks with expertise and professionalism. These traditional functions include protecting life and property, preserving the peace, enforcing laws, and arresting suspects.