The West Alabama Narcotics Task Force (WANTF) is the county's Metro unit of cooperative narcotics investigation. This unit is comprised of experienced investigators and works all areas of narcotics investigation. The unit is housed at the Tuscaloosa Police Department and is made up of investigators from the Sheriff's Office, the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa Police, and the Northport Police Department.
Investigators engage in demanding investigations on a daily basis. These often include search warrant executions and undercover investigations to deter the trafficking and use of illegal drugs. On occasion, the unit also assist federal agencies and the Alabama Department of Public Safety with joint investigations. 
The unit's strengths rest in this cooperative environment and pooling of resources to create synergy among agencies. Much of the financial needs not covered by the member agencies is covered by grants and proceeds from civil forfeiture. Contact the WANTF with any tips or concerns about drug activity in your community.
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