HPD breaks ground on new CSI facility [Video]

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Construction is under way on a 14,000-square-foot home to the Huntsville Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division.

Officials celebrated the groundbreaking Friday at the site of the future facility, in the 600 block of Wheeler Ave. NW, across from HPD headquarters.

Mayor Tommy Battle and HPD Police Chief Kirk Giles were among those attending.

Once the 14,000 square foot building is complete, it will provide space for labs, offices, evidence processing areas and vehicle processing bays. The project also includes a separate, climate-controlled 13,500-square-foot facility for vehicle and evidence storage.

“Our CSI team does outstanding work,” said Huntsville Police Chief Kirk Giles. “Their dedication and expertise have played a pivotal role in making Huntsville stand out as a model of safety and security in our state.” He also shared that the …