The Accident Reconstruction Unit is responsible for the investigation and analysis of serious and fatal motor vehicle collisions. Unit members receive advanced, specialized training in collision reconstruction and apply scientific principles to determine the sequence of events leading up to, during, and following a crash.

Investigations include detailed scene documentation, roadway and environmental analysis, vehicle inspections, event data recorder (EDR) retrieval and interpretation, time-distance analysis, speed calculations, and evaluation of human, mechanical, and environmental factors. Advanced tools such as total station mapping, laser scanning, photogrammetry, and computer-based reconstruction software may be utilized to accurately document and analyze crash scenes.

The unit provides objective, evidence-based findings to support criminal and administrative investigations, court proceedings, and interagency collaboration. 

The unit operates with a commitment to accuracy, scientific integrity, and professional standards, ensuring thorough and defensible crash analysis in service to public safety.