Crime Detection Unit

About Us

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The DCP Detection, Crime Branch is overall in-charge of the Detection wing of the Crime Branch. He monitors investigations into serious crimes and formulates new strategies to counter organized crime. 

This branch primarily handles inquiries and investigations related to grave offences such as murder, attempted murder, extortion, narcotics and drug trafficking, underworld gangs and organized crime syndicates, robbery, dacoity, etc. The rationale is that investigations into such crimes demand a specialized, dedicated team of police officers with expertise in complex investigations.

The main objective of the Mumbai Police Crime Branch is to maintain law and order in the city, control organized crime, maintain the trust of citizens and deliver justice through transparent investigations.