The Patrol Division is responsible for providing police service to the 7,000 permanent residents and the thousands of visitors who enjoy Oak Island.
The Patrol Division is headed by Lt. Chris Franks and is comprised of four patrol squads and an ATV Beach Patrol. Each squad has a Sergeant and three officers. During a twelve hour shift officers are assigned to each of the three patrol zones.
The ATV Beach Patrol is made up of officers from all divisions within the Department. The unit patrols the nine miles of beach in the Town throughout the year.
During the year 2006, the Patrol Division responded to 2,608 calls for service and investigated 147 motor vehicle accidents. Patrol Officers made 835 arrests which include traffic and warning citations.
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