The Major Crimes Unit is charged with the investigation of all robbery offenses (i.e. armed, strong-arm, carjacking, home invasion, and bank robbery) as well as all aggravated assault/battery offenses which are not domestic in nature and workplace violence and threats. The Unit works closely with the FBI and other local, state, and federal agencies to ensure that perpetrators of these type offenses receive the maximum penalties under the law. Recent legislative changes consisting of enhanced penalties for habitual, violent, and/or repeat offenders has been of great service to the overall effectiveness of the Unit in assuring the safety of the community from predation by violent criminals.  The Unit is also responsible for identifying and tracking any and all gang activity within the Town