Child Abuse Unit The Child Abuse Unit is responsible for cases involving sexual and physical assault where a child is the victim. Child Abuse Detectives are responsible for conducting investigations when there is a death of a child and assist District officers with other incidents where children are abused or neglected.
Victims and citizens can contact the Child Abuse Unit directly by calling the numbers listed on the right. However, it is recommended that 911 be called to report any child abuse or neglect case so that the police can respond immediately. Detectives work closely with the resources of the Children’s Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis and other area service providers who assist children and families where there has been abuse. When District Officers respond to a call where the child is a victim, they contact Child Abuse Detectives. The Detectives co-investigate cases with investigators from the Missouri Children’s Division according to state statute. A Missouri Children’s Division case worker is assigned to work directly from the Child Abuse offices in police headquarters. Other Resources
Contact Information
Child Abuse Unit Police Headquarters Missouri Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline Missouri Children’s Division |