Career Quest

Vehicle Crime Identification Investigators are responsible for identifying vehicles and to conduct investigations to determine who, if any one may lawfully possess a specific vehicle. They do examination of vehicles, performing the electro-acid etching process. They facilitate forensic and/or metallurgic investigations of vehicles and conduct enquiries on the relevant vehicle computer system. Deciphering vehicles registration documents in order to follow up the history of the vehicles registration, issuing South African Police Service Vehicle Identification Numbers and assisting local detective units with Interpols’ vehicle related enquiries are also part of their duties.

What are the minimum requirements to become a Vehicle Crime Identification Investigator?

The individual must be in a possession of a valid drivers licence (Code 08 or higher), have at least one year functional experience in a detective environment, completed a basic detective course. Be willing to undergo a polygraph, psychometric test and security clearance vetting, whenever required.

Training:

Individuals undergo training in the Vehicle Crime Investigators’ Course and Vehicle Safeguarding Unit Training Programme.

Where can you be stationed?

Vehicle Crime Identification Investigators are stationed at Vehicle Safeguarding Units of Vehicle Identification Sections in the South African Police Service countrywide.

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