Members of the High Tech Services Reserve Unit are made up of a combination of highly specialized individuals who are recognized as industry experts. They cover a wide range of topics and are well versed in their areas of expertise. Areas covered by this unit are: videography, still photography (film and digital format), database design, website development, Internet Safety presentations and assistance with computer crimes when called upon.
Lab capability: IT Security
Alaska State Troopers – Technical Crimes Unit
TCU has the capacity to forensically analyze most digital media to document any technology-facilitated crime. The unit recovers electronic evidence from hundreds of cell phones per year. Personnel assigned to the unit are highly trained and competent in the use and application of technology. In addition to computer forensics, TCU personnel assist the Department of Public SafetyÕs Office of Professional Standards (OPS) and other state agencies in significant or high profile investigations, as well as crimes involving the abuse of state resources.
