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