The Somerset Police Department follows an organizational structure that enhances all operations within the department.
Administrative Division
The Administrative Division is responsible for maintaining records, open records requests, training, payroll, policy, equipment and uniform purchases press releases and provides support for all other divisions. Housed within the administrative division are records management, evidence and property, quartermaster, school resource officers, safety officers and administrative assistants.
Patrol Division
The Patrol Division is the largest, most visible division of the police department. Patrol operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round. Patrol officers are often the first responders to citizen complaints and emergency calls of all types. Patrol officers conduct routine patrol, enforce state laws, local ordinances and conduct criminal investigations. Equipped with the latest technology and equipment, patrol officers have the tools and training to enable them to do their job efficiently and can access databases from their police cruisers to complete paperwork and other tasks more effectively.
Emergency Services
Contact: Brad Stevens Somerset Police Captain
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 606.678.5176 (office)
606.678.9239 (fax)
Narcotics
Created under Chief William Hunt, the Somerset Police Department Division of Narcotics was established to serve the city of Somerset through investigative enforcement of laws relating to narcotics and other controlled substances. In addition to targeting major distributors/sources of controlled substances, this division is actively involved in the investigation of drug-related financial conspiracies, clandestine laboratories, diversion of pharmaceuticals, and assistance in drug interdiction. The successful investigation and prosecutions of drug cases are due in large part to the division’s cooperative efforts with other local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.
Emergency Services
Contact: Roger Estep Somerset Police Captain
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 606.678.5176 (office)
606.678.9239 (fax)
Criminal Investigation Division
The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is responsible for investigating all major crimes within the city of Somerset as well as Pulaski County through its partnership with the Pulaski County Major Crimes Task Force. CID is comprised of highly skilled investigators trained to investigate crimes against persons, property crimes, crimes against children as well as crime scene investigation and evidence collection.
Emergency Services
Contact: Joe Criswell Somerset Police Captain
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 606.678.5176 (office)
606.678.9239 (fax)
Specialized Assignments
There are many special assignments to which Somerset Police officers are assigned. Each specialized duty requires job-specific training and education, providing skills for many officers to become subject matter experts in their respective duties. The police department also has many officers certified as instructors, saving the city thousands of dollars by conducting the training in-house. These special assignments include:
| Specialized Assignment | Certified Instructor |
|---|---|
| Honor Guard | Firearms |
| Collision Reconstruction | Field Training Officer |
| Motorcycle Unit | Police Cyclist |
| School Resource Officer | Segway |
| Police Negotiations | Axon/Taser |
| Crisis Intervention Team | PT/DT |
| Canine Handlers | Physical Fitness |
| Chaplain | Emergency Driving |
| Bicycle Patrol | Radar/Lidar |
| Crowd Control | Active Shooter |
| Firearms/Armorer | Less Lethal Munitions |
| Hate/Bias Crimes | Asp/Expandable Baton |
The Somerset Police Department partners with many organizations to provide services and training for area businesses, churches and schools. Our active shooter instructors provide on-site instruction for groups.
Safety Officers
Safety officers are non-sworn personnel whose primary focus is traffic control and funeral escorts. These officers also take some of the workload off sworn officers by aiding in traffic control around collision scenes and provide parking enforcement. The safety officers are certified in traffic control/direction and unlocking car doors for lockouts.
School Resource Officers
The School Resource Officers (SROs) are responsible for maintaining a positive relationship with students in our local schools. SROs provide classroom presentations for various age-appropriate programs, including training for teachers and other staff members. The SRO is a sworn police officer assigned to specific schools in the Somerset Independent School District with the intent to create a safe environment for students and faculty alike. If parents have questions, concerns or tips concerning criminal activity related to their child or the school district, they can contact the SRO assigned to your child’s school by email.
Police Chaplain
The Somerset Police Department Chaplain provides guidance, counseling, and overall spiritual support for Somerset police officers and their families. An ordained minister, the chaplain can also provide similar services to aid victims of crime or coping with serious events of injury, or death.
Emergency Services
Contact: Mike Dunham Somerset Police Chaplain
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 606.678.5176 (office)
606.678.9239 (fax)
