Traffic concerns are a priority for the Chambersburg Police Department. Every officer is considered a traffic officer and responds daily to complaints. Chambersburg Police Officers are also proactive and identify areas of concern by reviewing calls for service and communications from our citizens. In turn, the CPD identifies monthly target areas of enforcement. Citizens are informed of those target areas through our Crimewatch page, so there are no surprises! Our goal is for all citizens to get from point A to point B safely and without harm.
Criminal Investigation Unit
The Criminal Investigative Unit is responsible for the investigation of a wide array of cases that could include death investigation, sexual assault, aggravated assault, serious property crimes, fraud, missing persons, and major drug cases. Criminal investigations include interviews, interrogations, evidence identification and preservation, and various methods of investigation.
K-9 Unit
A police dog, also known as a K-9, is trained to assist police and other law enforcement officers. The dog and handler’s duties may include searching for drugs and explosives, locating missing and wanted persons, finding crime scene evidence, protecting officers and other people, and apprehending subjects who flee from the police. The K-9 protects the handler, other law enforcement officers, and the public.
Motor Unit
Police Motor Units hold a unique position within the police department. Our motors perform many functions, including traffic enforcement, patrol duties, escorts, public relations, and parades.
Patrol Unit
Patrol is the backbone of policing. No other specialty unit can begin to do its job successfully without the foundational work of the patrol officer.
Accident Reconstruction Team
A team of officers specially trained to investigate the most serious accidents, which usually involve a fatality or serious injury.
Crime Scene Unit
The Crime Scene Unit is comprised of skilled and thoroughly trained Crime Scene Investigators who specialize in processing various crime scenes.