Which of the following is a branch within the Police Force?

• A. Cyber Crimes Unit
• B. Forensics
• C. Maritime Patrol
• D. Public Relations

Answer: (B)

Forensics is the branch within the police force that specializes in scientific analysis of evidence gathered from crime scenes. This work happens in crime laboratories and includes examining DNA, fingerprints, ballistics, fibers, toxicology, and sometimes digital evidence. By turning physical clues into solid, testable information, forensics helps investigators build a factual picture of what happened and supports courtroom cases with objective findings.

Other units described, like a cyber crimes unit, focus on crimes involving technology; maritime patrol concentrates on patrolling and policing waterways; public relations handles communication and community outreach. While these are important roles within a police organization, the forensics branch is the one dedicated to the scientific analysis of evidence that directly links suspects to crimes.