Operational Support Unit

This department consists of officers with a wide range of specialist skills and is specifically formed to support operational officers. Each unit is made up of a number of serials, each comprising a sergeant and seven constables.

The main role of the OSU is to provide a reserve of officers to respond quickly at times of public disorder. The unit also has specialist training in:

• Searching crime scenes eg, fingertip searches
• House-to-house enquiries relating to serious incidents
• Searching for drugs
• Helping at pre-planned events

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