The Special Investigations Unit is responsible for investigating crimes against families, including domestic violence follow-up, sexual assaults and child abuse. This unit is responsible for managing all restraining orders that are in effect in Somerville. A part time civilian victim advocate is also assigned to this unit. She works with victims of family violence to obtain needed services. The SIU also is responsible for registration of convicted sex offenders who live or work in Somerville. Detectives from the SIU work closely with the District Attorney's office to prepare family violence cases for prosecution. This SIU also investigates civil rights violations.

For information about domestic violence please visit our Domestic Violence Resources

The following information below is provided by the Sex Offender Registry Board (SORB) Public Website.  

Sex Offender Look Up