Investigation & Support Bureau

The Investigation & Support Bureau (ISB) conducts follow-up investigations of crimes committed against persons or property in the City of New Orleans that require a degree of specialization or a centralized investigative approach.

The mission of the Investigation & Support Bureau is to conduct quality, thorough and factual investigations which lead to arrests and the successful prosecution of individuals who prey upon law-abiding citizens. 

Leadership 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deputy Superintendent Nicholas Gernon

Crime Scene Unit

Our 24/7 Crime Scene Unit responds to active crime scenes throughout New Orleans. These skilled technicians document crime scenes through detailed photography and sketches, collect physical evidence, and process scenes for fingerprints. Available around the clock, they provide essential support to law enforcement personnel during critical investigations.

Criminalistics Unit

This specialized unit conducts professional chemical analysis of suspected controlled substances, providing scientific validation crucial for criminal investigations and court proceedings.

Forensic Support Unit

Our Forensic Support team provides advanced scientific services through several specialized areas:

  • The Forensic Investigative team focuses on developing latent fingerprints and providing other specialized forensic services.
  • Within our Firearms Unit, expert technicians examine all gun-related evidence for potential connections to other crimes. They utilize the National Integrated Ballistics Network (NIBIN) to link firearms evidence across cases, test-fire weapons, and provide detailed analysis of firearms used in crimes.
  • Click Here to Visit Crime Lab Webpage

Central Evidence & Property Division serves as NOPD's central hub for forensic science and evidence management. Our team handles the storage and final disposition of evidence. We provide crucial scientific support for criminal investigations while maintaining the highest standards of evidence integrity.
For More Information: Visit Central Evidence and Property Division Webpage

The Homicide Division investigates murders and suspicious deaths. The division is staffed by expert investigators trained to handle specific types of cases.
For More Information: Visit Homicide Division Webpage

Recruitment and Applicant Investigation Division performs background checks, computerized stress analysis on all applicants for the position of police recruit.
For More Information: Visit Special Investigations Division Webpage

The Homicide Division investigates murders and suspicious deaths. The division is staffed by expert investigators trained to handle specific types of cases.

For More Information: Visit Special Victims Divison Webpage


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