The Somali Police Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is a vital component of the Somali Police Force, responsible for investigating complex crimes, including terrorism, and enhancing the technical capacity of the police force.

Structure

• The CID is headed by a Director , who is responsible for overall strategy and direction.
• The CID has several departments, including forensic science, fingerprinting, and criminal records.
• The CID also has specialized units, such as the homicide unit, fraud unit, and drug trafficking unit.