Fire Investigation Unit

The fire investigation unit is a group of men and women volunteers who assist fire and police officials in determining fire origin and cause.  These volunteers bring unique expertise to the unit. Members are trained in the areas of fire suppression and investigation, criminal investigation and explosives.  A detective from the Sheriff Department is assigned to the unit and is responsible for the day to day operations as well as training. Above is Detective Edwin Moore, click on the photo to enlarge.

The unit works closely with other Livingston County police and fire agencies, as well as State and Federal law enforcement agencies. The unit is responsible for scene processing, collection of evidence, court testimony and communicating with the prosecutors office and the police/fire agency involved. 

The fire investigation unit does not automatically respond to all fire scenes, it must be requested by either the police agency or fire official at the scene.  Once requested the unit works very closely with the fire department and police department to determine the cause and origin of the fire or explosion.

The Livingston County Fire Investigation Unit is highly respected.  As a result not only have they been successful in the arrest and prosecution of many arsonists.  Members of the team have received numerous awards and citations for their efforts.  These citizens who volunteer their time under hot conditions in the summer, freezing in the winter and dangerous any time of the year, are some of Livingston Counties best citizens.

Jail Phone 517.546.2445
Jail FAX 517.546.1800