Investigation Support

The State Technical Assistance Team (STAT) is available to help multidisciplinary teams and local law enforcement agencies with investigating and prosecuting any crime against a child, such as child abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, child exploitation and internet crimes. STAT investigators are highly trained and Peace Officer Standards and Training Program (POST) certified and have statewide jurisdiction over any crime involving a child.

STAT is also an affiliate member of the Missouri Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce (ICAC). STAT is also an affiliated member of the Missouri Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce (ICAC). Additionally, it collaborates with the Missouri State Highway Patrol Drug and Crime Control, Special Victims Unit, and the Digital Forensic Center, which specializes in analyzing the digital forensics of electronic devices. This taskforce works alongside several federal agencies to address the exploitation of children.

Field Investigations

STAT Field Investigators offer a range of investigative services, from single components to full investigations, staffed by experienced retired law enforcement officers. They can assist investigative and prosecutorial teams with expert medical opinions on complex physical and sexual abuse cases. Dr. Beal, a forensic pediatrician with over 33 years of experience, serves as STAT's medical consultant and has testified in numerous child abuse cases. Requests for medical reviews should be made using a Request for Assistance Form, after which a Field Investigations Manager will assign Dr. Beal as needed.

Cyber/Digital Forensic

STAT operates the most established and most experienced law enforcement computer and cell phone forensic laboratory in the State of Missouri. STAT Investigators are available to help with digital forensic analysis supporting criminal investigations of any crime involving a child victim.