The Patrol Division is under the supervision of Captain Jim Stewart. Captain Stewart was named patrol Captain in January 2008.
There are four shifts which are Alpha, Bravo, Charlie and Delta. Each shift consists of approximately 12 certified officers. Each shift is commanded by a Lieutenant and Sergeant. Several officers are Corporals and Field Training Officers who assist in training new officers at the Anderson Police Department. The officer work 12 hour shifts and are on straight day or night shift.
Patrol Officers answer calls disseminated through the 911 system and provide a presence in neighborhoods to deter criminal activity. Each shift is responsible for initial response, investigation and collection of evidence. The City of Anderson is broken down geographically by the police department in six areas called zones. The supervisors on each shift assign officers to the six zones providing 24 hour coverage 365 days a year. Patrol officers volunteer for different teams throughout our agency such as bike patrol, K-9, SWAT, Bomb Squad and Negotiators.