The Auto Crimes Division is under the command of Lieutenant M. Welch, with first-line supervision by Sergeant D. Buckert. There are six detectives assigned to this division, which operates from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the personnel divided as needed to cover the nine hour time span of operation. Situations that require the services of an Auto Crimes detective outside normal business hours are handled on a "call-out" basis.
Auto Crimes Division Responsibilities:
The responsibility of the Auto Crimes Division is the follow-up investigation of cases associated with the following:
Chop shops
Stolen vehicle parts
Theft of heavy equipment
Thefts of boats
Theft of trailers
Unauthorized use of motor vehicles
Vehicle burglaries
Vehicle thefts
In addition, they investigate title fraud, violations associated with the operation of salvage yards, used car dealerships, vehicle parts houses, and any other entities associated with vehicles and their commerce.
The Auto Crimes Unit can be reached by calling 713-475-7840 during normal business hours.