The Criminal Investigations Division is staffed by two commissioned officers who hold the rank of Detective. They are responsible for investigation of felony crimes within the city such as: crimes against persons, property crimes, sex crimes and drug enforcement. The division yields approximately 60-80 felony arrests on an annual basis. The Criminal Investigations Division is staffed by:

Detective C. Beard (DSN 150) cbeard@wcpd-mo.org

Detective M. Lackey (DSN 114) mlackey@wcpd-mo.org

Chief of Police Matthew Eskew currently commands the Criminal Investigations Division. He can be reached at meskew@wcpd-mo.org or visit the “command” tab under department directory on the home page.