Kandiyohi County
Investigation Unit

The Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office Investigation Unit is made up of one
Detective Sergeant and four Detectives.  One Detective is assigned to work with Family Services.

Investigators follow up on reports taken by patrol officers.  They also receive reports from Family Services, the County Attorney’s Office, and handle assignments directed by the Sheriff and Chief Deputy.  They can also assist in investigating crime scenes with photographs, fingerprints, and other forensic evidence. 

Cases that are sent to Investigations by patrol officers are reviewed by the Detective Sergeant and if there are leads to follow the case are assigned to an investigator.  If there are no leads, the case is filed inactive (cases are filed by type of crime.  If there is additional information the case can be reopened and investigated).  In either situation the person reporting the crime will receive a letter notifying them of the status of their case.  If it is an active investigation they will be notified of the outcome of the investigation when it is completed.

The Investigation Unit is also in charge of undercover purchases such as alcohol and tobacco stings.  All background checks for hiring within the department and handled by the Investigation Unit.  The Investigation Unit also assists with internal investigations for other agencies. 

If anyone is interested in leaving information on a crime that has been committed, they are encouraged to call 320-214-6700 Ext. 3315.  If no one answers, please leave a message. 

Detective Sergeant Paul Follmann

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