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Patrol Operations

The Patrol Operations Division provides the majority of the Department’s Commissioned Officer related duties including:

  • Patrol Operations
  • S.W.A.T. Unit
  • K-9 Unit

Patrol

Patrol officers respond to all calls for service, both emergency and non-emergency. Patrol responsibilities include:

  • Community Policing initiatives
  • Responding to 911 calls and patrolling the community
  • Investigating vehicle traffic crashes and enforcing traffic regulations
  • Conducting criminal investigations

Patrol Operations

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    Tanner Muckenthaler

    Lieutenant - Patrol Operations
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    Phone: 417-334-3300 Ext. 3835

Investigative Services

The Investigative Services Division is responsible for all criminal investigations and includes:

  • General Investigations Unit
  • Vice Investigations Unit
  • Property and Evidence Unit
  • Crime Analysis

Investigations

Detectives are responsible for all complex investigations including property crimes; crimes against persons; and organized crime; involving drugs, alcohol, prostitution, and gambling. The Investigative Division manages our CATCH Crime Tip Hotline and coordinates with our Regional, State and National partner agencies to effectively address crime Branson’s needs. 

Evidence

The Evidence Unit provides critical support at complex crimes scenes and manages all Department including found property, evidence related to criminal cases, evidence processed by the State Crime Lab, and evidence presented in court proceedings.   

To arrange a return of property please contact the evidence technician at 417-337-8588 for an appointment.

Investigative Services

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    Dale Burnett

    Lieutenant - Investigative Services
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    Phone: 417-334-3300 Ext. 3804

Support Services

The Support Services Division provides critical support to the community and other Department Divisions through Communication Services, Training and Recruiting, Animal Control, City Hall Building Security, Court Bailiffs, Police Service Assistants, School Resource Officers, Code Enforcement and Community Resource Officer.

Animal Control

The Animal Control Officer manages dangerous animals, responds to animals bite, reuniting lost pets with owners and enforcement of local animal ordinances.

Building Security

The Building Security Officers provide safety and security for Branson City Hall. 

School Resource Officers

School Resource Officers provide officer presence and support at the Branson Junior High and Branson High Schools. Officers foster positive relationships and promote a safe school environment.

Support Services

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    Eric Wehmeier

    Lieutenant - Support Services
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    Phone: 417-334-3300 Ext. 3806

Administrative Services

The Administrative Services Division provides critical support to the department through planning, coordination, and oversight of key operational and administrative functions.

Communications

Tele-communicators provide 911 Dispatch services to the Community. In 2017, Communications Officers managed over 19,000 actual 911 calls for service and handled a much larger number of routine non-emergency related phone calls and inquiries. Tele-communicator responsibilities include:

  • Taking all non-emergency and emergency 911 calls
  • Dispatching officers and/or firefighters to calls for service
  • Running wanted person and stolen property checks
  • Activating community sirens for emergency messages

Training & Recruiting

In support of the overall mission of the Branson Police Department, the Training and Recruitment Unit provides for the recruitment needs of the department and coordinates progressive and comprehensive training to develop policing skills, enhance leadership abilities, and promote a solid ethical foundation to all department members. Contact Officer Matt Edie for information.

Administrative Services

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    EJ Jones

    Lieutenant - Administrative Services
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    Phone: 417-334-3300 Ext. 3805

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