Page 12 - 2022 A Year in Review Final

In 2022, the Uniform

Division was

comprised of multiple

units who serve the

agency in a uniformed

capacity. The largest

contingent of the

division is patrol, which consists of a Patrol Commander, an Assistant Patrol

Commander, four Lieutenants, thirteen Sergeants, and seventy Patrol Officers. The

patrol function is the most visible and is considered the backbone of the police

department. The officers assigned to the patrol division are primarily responsible for

the front-line protection of the community, maintenance of order, and the protection of

persons and property. They are primarily viewed by the public in marked police

vehicles, on foot, bicycle, and other specialized vehicles.

The Cranston Police K9 Unit is comprised of three K9 teams consisting of a handler

and a K9. The K9 teams hold national certifications through the North American

Police Work Dog Association where they have met the standards set forth to be dual

purpose canines in the disciplines of, narcotic detection, criminal apprehension,

evidence recovery, and tracking the human odor. The K9 unit continues to be held to a

high standard throughout the state of RI as well as the City of Cranston with their

popular demonstrations within the community.

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Cranston Police Department Year in Review 2022