Investigators: Abbr.

DETS

Detective (det.)

“Detective” (often abbreviated as “det.”) typically refers to a law enforcement officer, often a police officer, who is assigned to investigate and solve crimes. Detectives, also known as investigators, work to gather evidence, interview witnesses, analyze information, and piece together the details of criminal cases. Unlike uniformed police officers, detectives often wear plain clothes to blend in while conducting investigations.

The title “Detective” is commonly associated with police departments, and detectives may specialize in various areas such as homicide, narcotics, fraud, or cybercrime. The specific duties and responsibilities of a detective can vary based on the jurisdiction and the nature of the law enforcement agency.

In some contexts, “det.” may be used as an abbreviation before a person’s name to indicate their role as a detective. For example, “Det. John Smith” would signify Detective John Smith.

It’s worth noting that detective characters are also common in literature, film, and television as part of the detective or crime genre. These fictional detectives often solve mysteries or crimes in their respective stories.