Special Operations Division

Contact: Lt. D.W. Havins 325-676-6650


The Special Operations Division of the Abilene Police Department was formed in June 1994 by combining Narcotics and Street Crimes into one division with two separate but interacting units. The mission is therefore two fold. Narcotics is tasked to make a positive impact upon local illicit drug trafficking and drug abusers to decrease the availability of controlled substances within the community.  Street crimes is tasked to identify career criminals, repeat offenders, patterns of organized violence, property crimes, and to employ proactive methods to reduce criminal activity. Street Crimes also has the responsibility to recover stolen property, and to prevent some crimes from occurring.

By combining Narcotics and Street Crimes into one division, the department has increased the effectiveness and efficiency of both units by utilizing the current manpower and resources more effectively. Members of each unit are cross trained and can work either assignment, thus reducing manpower problems to a minimum.

The Special Operations Division is committed to the citizens of Abilene to help provide a safe community in which to live and work. We can accomplish this only by working together. If you have or suspect a drug problem or on-going criminal activity in your neighborhood, you may contact us at 325-676-6650. We may also be contacted through our E-mail address at abilenepolice@abilenetx.com. All information is confidential. You don't have to feel like a victim. We need your help.