Major Crimes Unit
THE MAJOR CRIMES UNIT PARTICIPATING TASK FORCE AGENCIES
- Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office
- Fairfield County Prosecutor
- Hocking County Prosecutor
- Lancaster Police Department
- Logan Police Department
- Pickerington Police Department
- Athens County Sheriff's Office
- Athens County Prosecutor
- Ohio University Police Department
- Circleville Police Department
The Major Crimes Unit uses a comprehensive approach to address criminal activity in the jurisdictions it serves which spans more than 1,435 square miles with a combined population of over 214,650 citizens. Long term investigations targeting large scale drug traffickers and drug trafficking organizations that impact the supply of drugs and contraband. Short term/Interdiction officers (SCRAP) that focus on street level crime addressing quality of life issues in the community, and Project F.O.R.T. a Quick Response Team /Outreach program designed to connect those with substance use disorder and their support systems to available treatment and recovery programs. These functions are part of the overall strategy and allow the Major Crimes Unit to operate in a way that inspires the public’s trust and confidence and protects the constitutional rights of each citizen.
The goals of the Major Crimes Unit are as follows:
- Establish and maintain strategic collaborations with its participating law enforcement agencies, community leaders, community stakeholders and members of the public.
- Reduce the supply of drugs, drug trafficking and substance use through a comprehensive approach.
The Major Crimes Unit can be contacted at the following:
Phone: 740-653-5224 (office) / 740-654-9326 (fax)
Facebook: @Fairfield-Athens Major Crimes Unit
Website: southcentralohiomajorcrimesunit.org
Citizens and law enforcement officers may call the office number 24 hours a day. If no investigators are on duty, voice mail is available to leave a message or tip information about a suspected criminal activity. Your information can be anonymous.