can anyone tell me the correct ways the police department is suppose to complete a child abuse investigation?

Answer 1

No, you should ask them.

Answer 2

Once the officer has received the complaint. He should make a on site visit . He should then contact social services and file a complaint and a copy of his findings. If, while conducting the on site he finds something which should be handled then. He has the power to do so. A child social worker and investigator should begin a investigation or the police officer can take steps on the first visit to have the child removed at once. Placement of the child could be determined temporally until a hearing can be held to see who should look after the child. All parities involved with the child should be kept informed of the progress of the case on a day to day basis. This is the way i handled all child abuse cases and it worked out well. This of course is the short version. Make sure you keep plenty of notes concerning who you talk to with time, place and full names. you will be glad you did later.

Answer 3

It really depends. Usually they investigate and if they see something wrong they will call CPS. (Children Protective Services) But not always. Sometimes you have to be proactive.
If you are worried about a child call CPS as often as necessary. We had a family member that was abusing their kids and it took a very long time before anything got done. We called CPS and the Police for years, over and over again. It wasn't until they abandoned the children that they finally stepped in. But that was a long time ago. The police and CPS are trying to be more proactive now.
Call the police and CPS until they do something about it.

Answer 4

After they do there own investigation they should turn it over the the CPS and then they will do their own investigation and determine the outcome of the child well-being.