![]() ![]() The unit works in regional teams, often in an undercover capacity. To do so, Gang Unit Troopers conduct proactive patrols in high crime areas and locations of known gang activity, conduct enforcement of street-level narcotics and weapons crimes, and cultivate informants and intelligence they can act upon to interdict gang, drug, and gun activity. The unit accomplishes this objective by suppressing criminal gang activity, investigating gang-related crimes and gathering criminal intelligence on known or suspected gang members. The Gang Unit’s mission is to improve the quality of life for all residents of Massachusetts who are adversely affected by gang activity. Rape, sexual assault, the threat of violence, and actual acts of violence are normal parts of life for victims of sexual exploitation. The unit undertakes its mission with the knowledge that crimes associated with sexual exploitation are inherently violent by nature. Troopers in the HRVU strive to make contact with victims of sex trafficking, many of whom are under age 18, to support them in breaking the cycle of exploitation and escape lives of prostitution. The unit works to improve how the state and partners respond to the problem of sex trafficking, especially concerning the response to commercial sexual exploitation of children. ![]() The Unit's goals include the safe recovery of victims of sexual exploitation, apprehension of perpetrators of sexual exploitation, and training MSP and local police officers, along with social workers, medical staff, and other agencies on how to recognize sexual exploitation. The High Risk Victims Unit, one of the MSP’s newer units, provides a comprehensive, victim-centered response to sex trafficking cases, often in collaboration with other law enforcement and social service agencies in the state. These sessions are vital for keeping horses and riders sharp and allowing them to train in communicating with other units in scenarios aimed at familiarizing the animals with loud or chaotic conditions. The Mounted Unit trains monthly with other mounted units from Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, as well as the Massachusetts State Police's Air Wing and Special Emergency Response (SERT) Team. The unit often participates in community events, where the horses are a popular sight for people of all ages. Troopers and their mounts provide security and crowd control at large events, including New England Patriots games at Gillette Stadium, the July 4th celebration on the Esplanade, and the Provincetown Carnival parade, as well as dedicated patrols during spring months at beaches and parks. Mounted Unit Troopers enforce Massachusetts General Law and Department of Conservation and Recreation rules and regulations, as well as fulfilling a community relations mission. The Mounted Unit provides daily mounted patrols at state parks, beaches, and reservations, with a mission to provide a safe and family-friendly environment for all visitors. The Marine Unit has jurisdiction over 29 of the 31 Boston Harbor Islands and has primary responsibility to enforce the Logan Airport Seaward Security Zone. With regard to coastal security, the Marine Unit provides first responder services and is the primary law enforcement agency for all Department of Conservation (DCR) waterways, including both the Charles and Mystic Rivers. The unit also assists with the State Police's Underwater Recovery Unit as well as State Police Detective Units in death investigations and evidence recovery. The Marine Unit enforces laws on all inland bodies of water, and upon coastal waters out to 3 nautical miles from shore. Additionally, they provide safety and security zone enforcement, security for critical infrastructure and key resource sites, search and rescue services, ancillary support of other units, and vessel escort security. The State Police Marine Unit's mission includes enforcement of state laws and marine regulations in ports, waterways, and coastal areas. ![]()
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