Comprised of more than 15 members, the SRT Unit assists in the execution of high-risk arrest and search warrants, hostage rescue situations, barricaded armed individuals, and other high risk situations. The SRT Unit is on a constant 24-hour standby. The Crisis Negotiations Team is a separate unit made up of patrol and a investigative deputy who work hand in hand with the SRT Unit. Law Enforcement agencies requesting assistance from the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office SRT Unit should contact the Sergeant Matt Wurz at 706-839-0500 or by email mwurtz @ habershamga.com
Since the formation of SRT Unit just their presence of highly trained, highly skilled tactical unit has been shown to reduce the risk of injury or loss of life to citizens, deputies and suspects.