Police Detective Job Description

Police detectives are responsible for carrying out investigations in order to solve or prevent crimes.

Police Detective Job Description

• Investigate known or suspected criminals and the facts of a particular case
• Frequent establishments and locations where suspect is known to be found
• Identify the criminal’s habits, associates, characteristics, aliases and other relevant information
• Locate and question witnesses
• Observe the scene of a crime to gather evidence and clues
• Prepare cases for court
• Provide testimony in court