The Michigan State University Police Department investigates all reports of crime that occur on property owned by the University or governed by the MSU Board of Trustees. Detectives are specialized in interview techniques to conduct victim-centered investigations and trauma-informed interviews. Detectives attend numerous training sessions to remain current with best practices for law enforcement investigations.
The Digital Forensics and Cyber Crime Unit (DFCCU) conducts digital forensic investigations and examinations involving computers, mobile devices, digital media, servers, networks, internet service providers, and cyber enabled crimes. Devices and digital media can be used as a tool to commit a crime or contain evidence of crimes that are investigated every day.
The Digital Forensics and Cyber Crime Unit liaisons with MSU Information Security and they coordinate response to campus incidents. The department’s resources and equipment have led to local law enforcement agencies utilizing the digital forensic and investigative capabilities from the Digital Forensics and Cyber Crime Unit.
The Crime Scene Investigation Unit processes crime scenes to locate, evaluate, photograph, and collect evidence. This evidence collected contributes to understanding the facts of the case, assists with the investigation and can lead to the identification of suspects.
Michigan State University Police Department has ten crime scene investigators who are sworn officers that receive specialized training in scene processing. That includes: memorializing the scene through photography, latent/patent print recovery, biological and trace evidence collection, impression evidence, entomology documentation and collection, and documenting the scene through measurements, sketches and digital imaging equipment. CSI’s receive additional training several times a year to stay current in techniques, best practice and legal updates.
Our efforts have resulted in the successful identification, apprehension, and prosecution of criminals.
