Captain Eric E. Quinn
Division of Criminal Investigations

Captain Eric Quinn obtained his Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from Lake Superior State University before embarking on his career with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office in January 1997. Initially serving in the Court Services Division as a Deputy for six months, he later transitioned to the Field Operations Division. For the subsequent 12 years, Captain Quinn dedicated himself to patrol duties, assuming diverse roles such as K9 Handler, Field Training Officer, and Search and Rescue Team member.

He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2006 and then to First Sergeant in 2007. In August 2010, Captain Quinn transitioned to the Criminal Investigations Division, where he supervised detectives in both the General Assignment Unit and the Major Crimes Unit. He briefly assumed the role of Public Information Officer in January 2016 before being elevated to First Lieutenant Assistant Commander within the Criminal Investigations Division.

In April 2018, Captain Quinn transferred to the Administrative Services Division, assuming the role of Assistant Division Commander. In March 2019, he assumed command of the Criminal Investigations Division, a position he holds to this day. Throughout his career, Captain Quinn has pursued continuous professional development, attending various leadership schools, including FBINA First Line Supervisor training, Academy Leadership Associates, FBI LEEDA, The Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service LEAD course at the University of Virginia, and the Professional Executive Leadership School at the University of Richmond.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The mission of the Criminal Investigations Division (C.I.D.) is to support law enforcement operations by conducting thorough, timely, and impartial investigations into criminal activities.   Employing the most advanced investigative methods and technology, we collaborate closely with regional, state, and federal law enforcement partners, the Commonwealth’s Attorney, and our local community. Motivated only by a search for the truth, CID detectives meticulously gather and analyze all available evidence in each case, aiming to exonerate the innocent and ensuring accountability for the guilty.

The Criminal Investigations Division handles the investigation into a wide array of criminal activities including but not limited to homicides, aggravated assaults and malicious wounding, robbery, burglary and theft, fraud, financial crimes, narcotics and drug trafficking, human trafficking, sex crimes, cyber-crimes, white-collar crimes, and missing persons cases.

Structured within the Criminal Investigations Division are three main units, each comprising various specialized subunits:

General Assignment Unit

• Computer Forensics Unit
• Crime Analysis Unit
• Crime Scene Forensics Unit
• Property and Pawn Unit

Major Crimes Unit

• Cold Case Unit
• Domestic Violence Unit
• Special Victims Unit
• Violent Crimes Unit

Special Investigations Unit

• Gang Unit
• Drug Enforcement Unit
• Human Trafficking

The Criminal Investigations Division is further bolstered by civilian support staff, including an administrative specialist, a crime analyst, a pawn and property specialist, and a child victim and domestic violence advocate. These individuals play a vital role in providing administrative support and specialized assistance to CID operations. Additionally, the support staff conducts background checks for individuals applying for concealed weapons permits through the Circuit Court of Stafford County.

Moreover, the Stafford Sheriff’s Office and the Criminal Investigations Division maintain robust partnerships with Empowerhouse and Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center, further enhancing collaborative efforts to address and combat various forms of criminal activity and provide support to victims within the community.

Phone: (540) 658-4480
FAX: (540) 658-4459
E-Mail: equinn@staffordcountyva.gov