Combining ballistic evidence with intelligence analysis to reduce firearm-related violence across Northeast Ohio
The Northeast Ohio Crime Gun Intelligence Center (NEOCGIC) is a regional, multi-agency initiative that supports law enforcement investigations involving firearm-related crimes. By combining advanced forensic technology, intelligence analysis, and coordinated information sharing, the NEOCGIC helps investigators identify shooters, connect related gun crimes, and develop investigative leads more quickly. Through collaboration among federal, state, and local partners, the center strengthens the ability of law enforcement agencies across Northeast Ohio to disrupt violent criminal activity and reduce gun violence in the region.
The NEOCGIC is a partnership between the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) and a large number of partner-agency law enforcement and intelligence units.
Multi-Agency
Sharing Info
Analyzing Forensics
Gathering Intel
Connecting Gun Crimes
The Ohio HIDTA is a proud-partner of the Northeast Ohio Gun Intelligence Center (NEOGIC). The Ohio HIDTA funds a Crime Gun Intelligence Analyst who is assigned full-time to the NEOCGIC to support their mission and intelligence needs.
What the NEOCGIC Does
The NEOCGIC supports law enforcement investigations involving firearm-related crimes by combining forensic technology, intelligence analysis, and multi-agency collaboration. The center helps investigators rapidly identify connections between shootings, develop investigative leads, and hold violent offenders accountable.
Key capabilities include:
Ballistic Evidence Analysis
Using advanced ballistic technology, investigators can compare shell casings recovered from crime scenes to determine whether the same firearm was used in multiple incidents.
Firearm Tracing
Crime guns recovered by law enforcement can be traced to identify their origin and distribution history, helping investigators uncover trafficking patterns and identify individuals responsible for illegally supplying firearms.
Intelligence and Investigative Support
Analysts review shooting incidents, forensic evidence, and investigative information to identify patterns, connect related cases, and support investigators with actionable intelligence.
Regional Collaboration
The NEOCGIC brings together federal, state, and local law enforcement partners to share information.
Need investigative or analytical support?
Contact Ohio HIDTA through your task force leadership or designated liaison to coordinate assistance from the Investigative Support Center or email us at isc@ohiohidta.org.
