The project sought to achieve better results in burglary and theft investigations with less manpower, having the particular aim of countering offenders who operate regionally and nationally as well as in Utrecht. The project team consisted of four to five detectives (10 percent of the existing criminal investigation department) and six to eight patrol officers (2 percent of capacity). The project coordinator assigns and monitors cases. Unlike the criminal investigation department, the team works a normal 8-hour day, thus introducing greater regularity to case investigations. The project expanded the use of patrol officers in investigations. Patrol officers initially involved in burglary and theft reports have been frequently brought onto the team for a limited period to assist in the case investigations. Patrol duties are suspended for the officer during these times. Two filing systems have been established; one files details of all cases as they are reported, and the other provides details on possible suspects. An examination of burglary and theft clearance rates before and after the initiation of the project showed a 40 percent increase in clearance of burglaries and an unchanged clearance rate for thefts. On an average, less time was spent in solving cases than previously. The project also dealt with crimes associated with burglary and theft cases. There was no evidence that the cases solved impacted offenders operating regionally and nationally. To sustain motivation, detective participation in the project should be limited to 2 months, and patrol officers should be assigned to the team for a minimum of 2 weeks. Seven notes are provided.