Special Operations Section

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The Special Operations Section is a support services section assigned to the Uniform Division and is made up of the following specialized units:

Accident Investigation Unit

    • Investigates all hit-and-run, fatal, and life-threatening injury motor vehicle accidents.

    • Operates a telephone hotline that allows citizens to provide information anonymously regarding hit-and-run incidents.

  • Aviation Unit

    • Provides aerial support to uniform patrol officers responding to criminal activity.

    • Offers general aviation support to all divisions within Gwinnett County Government.

    • Based at Briscoe Field/Gwinnett County Airport.

  • DUI Task Force

    • Works to prevent serious injury and fatal crashes by identifying and apprehending impaired drivers.

    • Also enforces other traffic laws that commonly contribute to motor vehicle accidents.

  • Hazardous Device Unit (HDU)

    • Serves as the department’s bomb squad.

    • Responds to suspicious packages and suspected or confirmed explosive devices.

  • Honor Guard and Chorale

    • Acts as the Department’s ceremonial unit, utilizing specialized training, equipment, and distinctive uniforms.

    • Responsible for planning and conducting ceremonial functions, including department events and funerals for department members.

    • The Chorale performs the National Anthem at special events.

  • K-9 Unit

    • Consists of 10 police canine teams supporting the Uniform and Criminal Investigations Divisions.

    • Primary responsibilities include tracking missing or wanted persons, locating evidence or lost property, conducting building searches, serving high-risk warrants, and detecting illegal narcotics.

    • Includes a K-9 team trained in explosive detection that supports the Hazardous Device Unit.

  • Motorcycle (Motors) Unit

    • Focuses on reducing motor vehicle accidents through targeted enforcement of Georgia traffic laws.

    • Provides additional police presence at special events, assists with traffic control at major incidents, offers executive protection for visiting dignitaries, and investigates traffic complaints across all five police districts.