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Since July 1998, over 500 methamphetmine labs have been investigated by the Narcotics Unit, and approximately 200 individuals have been arrested in connection with these labs. The Narcotics Unit works very closely with DEA and the US Attorney's Office in the investigation and prosecution of these labs. Additionally, the Daviess County Sheriff's Department conducts methamphetamine lab training for law enforcement, first responders, and other personnel.
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The Daviess County Sheriffs Department Criminal
Investigations Division includes a Narcotics Unit. A Detective Sergeant,
who is assisted by a second detective assigned to this unit. Both narcotic
detectives are assisted by other criminal detectives within Criminal
Investigations Division when necessary.
The Narcotics Unit is responsible for investigating all controlled substance violations and illegal tobacco and alcohol sales. As a result to recent methamphetamine epidemic in Western Kentucky, the Narcotics Unit has been primarily involved in the investigation of clandestine methamphetamine laboratories. Criminal Investigations Division personnel have undertaken clandestine laboratory training conducted by the US Drug Enforcement Administration at Quantico, VA.
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