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Travis R. Hauri with the Bellingham Police Department (BPD) is a duly sworn Law Enforcement Officer with 30 years of experience. He began his Law Enforcement career in Illinois, ultimately relocating to Washington State where he has been employed with the BPD since 2010. Prior to the BPD, he had over 14  years of experience as a Police Officer in Illinois.  He has served as a Crime Scene Investigator, Gang Detective, SWAT Officer, and Crisis Negotiator. He was promoted to Detective focusing on the investigation of serious and violent crimes in the Major Crimes Unit; now serving as the Independent Investigations Team Member and Lead Detective.  

Since 2018, while assigned to the Criminal Intelligence Unit, the bulk of his investigative work is centered around homicide, robbery, gangs, drugs, guns and organized crime. He has participated in numerous investigations including Homicides, Shootings, Officer Involved Shootings and more.  

Whether dealing with Criminal Intelligence or Interviews and Interrogations, he brings a meticulous, fact-based approach, critical thinking and collaborative communication to the table. Throughout, he provides highly valuable situation assessments, intelligence and response strategies to tactical personnel, patrol personnel and command staff.  With deep skills attained over his multi-jurisdictional career in culturally diverse populations, Detective Hauri adeptly leads complex and inter-agency cases, remaining focused on community related policing and justice for the victim.