Investigative Division

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The primary functions of the Detective Bureau are the investigation of criminal activity, collection and preservation of evidence, and courtroom testimony. The Detective Bureau works closely with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as well as local law enforcement agencies to accomplish this goal. The Detective Bureau is highly dedicated and motivated in investigating and solving all reported criminal cases. Our goal is to provide professional and effective investigative services to the Pokagon Band citizenry as well as individuals who visit the Pokagon Band’s sovereign lands. This includes the apprehension and successful prosecution of criminal perpetrators, as well as the recovery and return of stolen property.

Complaint/Victim Follow-Up Information

If you have filed a complaint or reported a crime to the Pokagon Tribal Police Department and wish to follow up in regards to your report, please contact the Police Officer who originally took the report. Provide the officer with the complaint number of the report you are referencing. Be prepared to give additional information about the incident to him/her as needed. S/He may refer you to the Detective Bureau for follow-up, depending on the incident. Both the Patrol Division and the Detective Bureau can be reached at the main station (269) 782-2232.

Detectives

Caleb Slavens
Detective Sergeant

Matthew Walls
Detective Sergeant

Police Investigators at Casinos

New Buffalo

Jacob Stark
Investigator

Vincent Horton
Investigator

South Bend

David Duis
Investigator

Justin Pangle
Investigator

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