The Investigative Services Unit is a support function to the patrol division. This Unit handles the major or lengthy investigations. These officers are assigned so that the patrol officers can be available to handle emergency calls for service. The Investigative Services Unit is commanded by Lt Anthony Cuozzo. There are up to six officers assigned to this division: four general investigators, one officer assigned to the Statewide Narcotics Task Force and the Department's D.A.R.E./Youth/Crime Prevention Officer.

Officers assigned to this division are trained in crime scene processing, video and photographic techniques, evidence collection, interview and interrogation skills, as well as numerous other related specialties. The Investigative Services Unit is also responsible for processing our arrest photographs. Our photo system is completely digital, the images or photographs can be reproduced as needed without having to go into the darkroom.

The officers assigned to the Investigative Services Unit have successfully handled almost every type of crime imaginable including homicides, embezzlements, burglaries and sexual assaults. These officers maintain contacts with all other law enforcement agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration , the Secret Service, the Connecticut State Police, and task force groups dealing with drugs and stolen motor vehicles. They also meet monthly with officers from area departments to exchange information in order to facilitate the apprehension of those individuals responsible for committing crimes in Orange.

The Investigative Services Unit can be contacted at 203-891-2138 or email at opdisu@snet.net.

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