Investigations

The Investigation Unit at the Salida Police Department is led by a detective. This position is supervised by the Chief of Police. Patrol officers are expected to work their own cases to completion; however, if this is not possible, the case may be given to the investigator. The investigator also works closely with the District Attorney’s Office, Coroner's Office, the Department of Social Services, Colorado Bureau of Investigation, the Chaffee County Drug Task Force and the Chaffee County Sheriffs Office. The investigators, along with the Lieutenant, are solely responsible for evidence entry and disposition within the department.