The Boone Police Department is a law enforcement agency that provides safety and security and protects lives and property through crime prevention and law enforcement. It employs more than 40 sworn police officers and civilians. The Boone Police Department operates administrative and communication divisions. The department has an investigation division that undertakes cases of homicide, robbery, sexual assault, missing persons and drug abuse. Its patrol division is comprised of traffic and K-9 units, as well as maintains special operations response and dive teams. The department also provides crime statistics and employment opportunities for the city residents. The Boone Police Department supports the Crime Stoppers program that assists in the identification of criminals. It is located in Boone, N.C.