Criminal Investigations

Bureau of Criminal Investigations

The Bureau of Criminal Investigations includes several specialized units that work together to investigate serious crimes and support public safety throughout Bullhead City.

General Investigations Section

Investigates major crimes, such as homicides, sexual offenses, crimes against children, fraud, assault and property crimes.

Forensic Unit

Provides crime scene analysis and evidence processing. Our forensics specialists are responsible for documenting and processing evidence collected at crime scenes. They respond to major incidents to ensure accurate and secure evidence collection that supports investigations and prosecutions.

Vice Narcotics Section

Works with local agencies and task forces - including MAGNET (Mohave Area General Narcotics Enforcement Team) - to investigate the illegal use and distribution of narcotics.

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Gang Interdiction Unit

Address gang-related criminal activity through investigation and intervention. Bullhead City’s Gang Interdiction Officers are assigned to the state gang task force, GIITEM (Gang & Immigration Intelligence Team Enforcement Mission). They focus on gang-related activity and gather intelligence to support prevention and enforcement efforts.

Property Crime Unit

Focuses on investigating theft, burglary, and other property-related offenses. The Property Crime Unit works closely with local pawn shops and secondhand dealers to identify and recover stolen items. The unit’s goal is to return property to rightful owners and help hold offenders accountable.

Creating an inventory of your valuables helps investigators recover stolen property and may assist in criminal prosecution. You can create a personal property inventory using the free, secure online service:

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Helpful links on crime and safety prevention:

Resources

Here are some helpful links to help educate you on crime and safety prevention:

Arizona Attorney General's Website
Identity Theft Resource Center
Netsmartz
Online Safety Tips
Drug Prevention & Early Education
Drug Information - Talk Now AZ
National Crime Prevention Council
Federal Trade Commission
Mothers Against Drunk Driving
Sex Offenders in Your Neighborhood
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
National Sex Offender Public Registry Website
National Highway Transportation Safety Administration
Gun Safety - ASK Campaign
National Fraud Information Center
Common Scams
A Parent's Guide to Family Highway Safety

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Bullhead City Police

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1255 Marina Boulevard
Bullhead City, AZ 86442

📞(928) 763-9200

Non-emergency dispatch: (928) 763-1999