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Major Drug Unit
The Major Drug Unit (MDU) is a four person unit assigned to prosecute cases involving large quantities of controlled substances , including cocaine, heroin, ecstasy and marijuana. The MDU works closely with all levels of law enforcement to investigate high-level narcotics trafficking from the search warrant stage to the sentencing stage.
Frequently, firearms and large amounts of currency are also involved in cases where large amounts of narcotics are found. Defendants at this level of the narcotics trade are often highly organized and take steps necessary to protect their enterprise and the proceeds which are generated from it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How can I report narcotics activity in my neighborhood?
A. In Detroit, call (313) 224-DOPE. Outside Detroit call, or report in person, to the local police department.
Q. What if I complain and there is no immediate action from law enforcement?
A. Continue to call and complain. Enforcement personnel, however, may already be working on the situation, which could include surveillance, investigation, and possibly undercover police work.
Q. Are narcotics complaints or narcotics "tips" anonymous?
A. Yes. Your identity is always secure.
Q. If I see narcotics activity in my neighborhood, should I handle the situation personally?
A. No. Narcotics activity can be extremely dangerous. Please leave the situation to the law enforcement officers.
Q. Do MDU prosecuting attorneys take complaints on narcotic activity?
A. No. All complaints or tips about narcotic activity must go through your local police department.
Q. Do I have to call my local police? Is there any other agency I can contact?
A. You may call any other police agency with a tip or a complaint, including federal agents (FBI, DEA, ATF, Border Patrol), state agents (Michigan State Police), as well as your local police force. Keep in mind that the larger the agency, the more likely the longer the response time to your complaint.
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