Crimes Against Property

The Crimes Against Property Unit is an investigative unit within the Criminal Investigations Division. This unit investigates all crimes involving property. The Crimes Against Property Unit is comprised of one sergeant and nine investigators. These investigators also work closely with other agencies that are involved with their cases. The following are an example of offenses investigated by Detectives assigned to this unit:

• Burglary
• Criminal Mischief
• Thefts
• Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
• Criminal Tresspass

The Crimes Against Property Unit is also assigned to track pawned property and recover property that has been identified as stolen. The Crimes Against Property Unit assists the Crimes Against Persons Units when needed.

White Collar Crimes

Detective's assigned to the White Collar Crimes unit investigate a number of crimes involving finances or identity theft such as:

• Forgery
• Credit/Debit Card Abuse
• Identity Theft
• Online Harassment

If you believe you have been a victim of internet fraud, the following are some valuable resources to assist you:

• www.ic3.gov
• www.identitytheft.gov - Includes steps you should take if you are a victim of Identity Theft

If you are aware of other crimes you believe to be related to the Internet or computers, please contact the Smith County Sheriff's Office to file a report at 903-566-6600.

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  Sergeant Jacob Brown

  Criminal Investigation Division

  Crimes Against Property

  903-590-2836