Special Operations

Special Operations Division

The Special Operations Section includes the Quick Response Team (QRT), the K-9 Unit, and the Aviation Unit. The QRT and the K-9 Units provide tactical support for extraordinary police situations (i.e., hostages, barricade, terrorist), selective patrol and narcotics operations, and provide dignitary protection.

The Aviation Unit provides aerial tactical support of ground units including traffic enforcement, aerial observation and pursuit, missing persons, search and rescue, tactical patrol operations, and extraordinary police incidents. The Aviation Unit maintains three helicopters, one Bell 407 and two OH-58 surplus army helicopters, that are flown by officers who are certified pilots.

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