The primary objective of the Major Case Team is to conduct and coordinate the investigation of complex, conspiratorial crimes. These may include but not limited to murder-for-hire, extortion, fraud, embezzlement, tax fraud investigations, theft including identity theft, allegations of political and public corruption, prostitution, gambling, racketeering, homicides including cold-case homicides, violent, and other assaultive type crimes, and crimes where the State of Michigan has been victimized.

Generally cases are received by the office of Attorney General and/or the Department of State Police. Many of the investigations are complex in nature and may involve improprieties on the part of public officials, corporate officials, professionals and community leaders.

Each year the team investigates several cases involving criminal allegations directed at other law enforcement officers and agencies within the state. The team works closely with both federal and local authorities on many of its investigations. Investigations are presented to the Attorney General or applicable county prosecutor for review and appropriate action.

Unit Contact: (517)336-3437