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BRING JUSTICE TO <br> VICTIMS AND FAMILIES

Homicide Unit

BRING JUSTICE TO
VICTIMS AND FAMILIES

APD's Homicide Unit investigates the city's most serious crimes, requiring precision, patience, and determination.

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Homicide-Unit

About the Homicide Unit

The Homicide Unit investigates murders and suspicious deaths across Albuquerque. Detectives in this unit work tirelessly to uncover the truth, bring offenders to justice, and provide closure to victims' families. This is one of APD's most demanding and respected assignments.

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What You'll Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities in this specialized unit.

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Respond to Homicide Scenes

Respond to homicide and suspicious death scenes across Albuquerque.

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Skills & Experience You'll Gain

This assignment will develop you into an elite law enforcement professional with specialized expertise.

  • Advanced investigative and analytical skills.

  • Experience managing long-term, complex cases.

  • Interview and interrogation expertise.

  • Exposure to multi-agency investigative collaboration.

Career Advancement

Elite Investigative Role

Skills gained in this unit represent the highest level of investigative expertise and open doors to command and leadership roles at APD.

Few roles in law enforcement carry as much weight as homicide investigation. Every case requires sharp attention to detail, steady nerves, and an unwavering commitment to justice. This is where investigative skills meet purpose.

Words from our officers

Working homicide means long hours and tough cases, but solving them brings justice for victims and their families — and that's why we do it.

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