CID police
CID Police stands for Criminal Investigation Department. In countries such as India, it is a specialized branch of the police that investigates serious and complex crimes.
Its main responsibilities include:
- Investigating serious crimes such as murder, kidnapping, fraud, organized crime, and cybercrime.
- Collecting and analyzing evidence.
- Interrogating suspects and witnesses.
- Assisting local police with complex or high-profile cases.
- Conducting investigations ordered by the state government or courts.
Unlike regular police officers, CID officers often work in plain clothes and specialize in detective work rather than routine law enforcement.