The Patrol Division of the Catasauqua Police Department is the front line of the department. They respond to all calls for service from residence of the Borough. These are the officers that are seen most by the residence and motoring public. Officers are on duty 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The Catasauqua Police Department has officers assigned to various details in addition to their patrol assignments Animal Control Officer The Department also employs a parttime Animal Control Officer under the control of the Chief of Police Bicycle Patrol Officers The department has 6 bicycle patrol officer all which are certified by the International Police Mountain Bike Association. The officers patrol all of the Borough and can be seen at most outdoor events. K-9 Officer The Catasauqua Police Department re-established the K-9 Unit in 2009. The officer and his partner are certified in Patrol, Protection, and Narcotics. They respond to calls in the Borough and assist other departments as needed. The dog lives with the handler and a bond is formed between the dog and handler. Both dog and officer work as a team. Detective/Investigator The Catasauqua Police Department has a full-time Detective who is assigned to investigate crimes which occur in the Borough. Initial reports are taken by the Patrol Division and forwarded to the Detective for follow-up or re-assignment back to the Patrol Officer. The Detective also processes crime scenes. In addition to the units above, we also field these below to assist the public further. Abandoned Vehicle Officer Quartermaster Firearms/Range Officer Defensive Tactics Instructor