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Child Abuse Task Force
The Child Abuse Task Force is staffed by two Investigators dedicated to crimes against children. These Detectives work in conjunction with the Department of Social Services as well as each of the City Police Departments in the county. These types of cases are some of the most difficult cases of all to handle and often take a heavy toll emotionally on these Detectives. These cases also require special handling to ensure successful prosecution.
The 230 cases referred to the Task Force in 2007 represented a 55% increase from the 148 referred in 2006. The number of cases actually worked by the Task Force increased 42% from 89 in 2006 to 127 in 2007.
There are a number of reasons why a case is not worked after being referred to the task force. Sometimes after discussing the incident with all involved, it is determined that no criminal activity occurred. Sometimes the victim wishes not to pursue the case or will not cooperate. Often, Patrol Deputies or the original Police Jurisdiction handled the case appropriately still offering law enforcement support but not requiring the Task force’s attention.
If you know of a situation where a child is being abused, neglected, of abandoned than you can report it to the Haywood County Sheriff's Office at 828-452-6666 or the Haywood County Department of Social Services at the following number; 828-452-6609. Regardless of where you report it, the apropriate services will be brought to bear on the situation.
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