Child Abuse & Sexual Assault Unit
Child Abuse & Sexual Assault Unit (CASA) Responsibilities
CASA is responsible for investigating cases where:
- The victim is under 18 years old and has been sexually assaulted by someone known to them.
- A child has suffered serious physical injuries inflicted by a parent, guardian, or caregiver, requiring hospital admission.
- Additional cases of child abuse or sexual assault are assigned based on the circumstances and complexity of the case.
The Montgomery County Police Department’s Child Abuse & Sexual Assault Unit (CASA) receives approximately 1,500 reports of child sexual assault and physical abuse each year. CASA is comprised of 13 highly trained investigators who specialize in cases involving the sexual and physical abuse of children (under 18 years of age).
CASA utilizes a trauma-informed, victim-centered approach to ensure thorough and compassionate investigations. The unit collaborates closely with Child Welfare Services, the Tree House Child Advocacy Center, and other partner organizations to provide victims and their families with essential support, services, and information.
The Child Abuse & Sexual Assault Unit is located at: (address link to Google map)
7300 Calhoun Place
Suite 300
Rockville, MD 20855
CASA works with numerous agencies and organizations in the prevention of sexual assault and abuse. The following are organizations that CASA frequently works and coordinates with:
- Child Welfare Services (Montgomery County)
- Child Protective Services (Maryland Department of Human Services)
- Tree House Child Advocacy Center
- Shady Grove Adventist Hospital – Forensic Medical Unit
- National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)
- Maryland Children’s Alliance, Inc.
- State’s Attorney’s Office of Montgomery County
