New intelligence center named for Sheriff Derrick Cunningham, set to open Nov. 12
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – A new law enforcement intelligence center is set to open next week in Montgomery.
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office announced the grand opening of the Sheriff Derrick Cunningham Criminal Intelligence Center set for Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
The sheriff’s office says the state-of-the-art law enforcement intelligence center will bring together advanced technology, specialized investigative resources, and regional collaboration to strengthen public safety and support law enforcement operations throughout the region.
The Center houses the Overwatch Real-Time Crime Center, NIBIN Ballistics Unit, Digital Forensics Unit, and the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit. It also serves as a hub for regional task force operations, providing a centralized location for intelligence sharing, investigative support, and coordinated law enforcement efforts.
The Center and its resources will be available to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.
Sheriff Cunningham says the goal is to strengthen partnerships, expand investigative capabilities, and provide agencies with access to the tools and resources necessary to address today’s public safety challenges.
The center is located at 131 S. Perry Street, Montgomery, AL 36104.
