The Investigation Division at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office is led by Sr. Investigator Kristen Hardy. There are a total of 4 investigators who are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on a rotation basis, to respond to emergency investigative needs.

Primary Function

The primary function of the Investigations is to conduct follow-up investigations of crimes reported by Road Patrol. The Investigations Division conducts investigations on

• Homicides
• Sexual assault / battery
• Child abuse
• Armed robbery
• Missing persons
• Fatal motor vehicle accidents
• Crimes against the elderly

Investigators often work with and assist outside agencies.

Follow Up Investigations

Investigators are also tasked with follow up investigations on

• Auto thefts
• Burglaries
• Embezzlement
• Forgery
• Fraud
• Identity theft
• Thefts