Police Officer/Detective - Belleair Police Department - Belleair, FL
(2017-01)
- Conducted investigations regarding suspected incidents of external fraud, employee theft and embezzlement.
- Gathered investigation information as a first responder to crime scenes.
- Wrote reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.
- Patrolled designated districts in patrol cars, on bicycles and on foot.
- Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen property.
- Prepares cases for criminal prosecution and presents evidence to appropriate law enforcement agencies for prosecution.
- Gathered physical evidence and evidence via of subpoena for prosecution.
- Prepared cases for trial and testified in court.
- Utilized Reid and Associates Interviews and Interrogations techniques while conducting in person interviews.
- Utilized social media, public records, and other databases as a tool to conduct background investigations on possible suspects.
- Answered emergency calls and analyzed situations, responding quickly to prevent injury or loss of life.
- Responded to crimes in progress according to established procedures to effectively de-escalate situation.
- Utilized problem solving skills to effectively resolve conflicts between citizens or groups.
- Patrolled assigned district(s) within the corporate limits to deter illegal activities; protected and preserved the safety and security of individuals, buildings, neighborhoods, and district(s).
Police Officer - St.Petersburg Police Department - St. Petersburg, FL
(2016-04 - 2016-10)
- Patrolled assigned district(s) within the corporate limits to deter illegal activities; protected and preserved the safety and security of individuals, buildings, neighborhoods, and district(s).
Police Officer/Detective - City of Memphis Police Department - Memphis, TN
(1999-02 - 2016-04)
- Appeared in municipal, county and district courts to offer credible testimony relative to the investigation and charging of individuals with criminal and non-criminal offenses.
- Prepared a variety of routine and non-routine reports and records necessary information for the reporting of daily activities, reporting of specific criminal and non-criminal incidents.
- Secured and protected crime scenes by
- Issued warnings, citations and summons to violators to urge caution and alertness.
- Displayed expertise in using computer systems for record keeping purposes.
- Investigated illegal and suspicious activities.
- Conducted preliminary investigation of events, related to homicide, rape, robbery, fatal traffic accident, and death/bodies found.
- Evacuated areas endangered by explosive or toxic gases, liquids, or other spilled materials as well as buildings, vehicles and surrounding areas in response to bomb threats.
- Interrogated suspects, interview complainants, witnesses, etc., summarize in writing the statements of witnesses and complainants, and participated in raids and searches.
- Investigated Municipal Ordinance violations, issued Municipal Citations, participated in prosecutions of City cases, and educated citizens to control ordinance violations.
- Prepared reports, citations and summons necessary to charge individuals with violations of ordinances, statutes, and laws including petty, misdemeanor, and felonious offenses.
- Monitored and investigated suspicious persons and situations and unusual activities; instructed suspects on field sobriety tests and used portable equipment to perform tests.
- Minimized the number of lost and delinquent reports by developing and implementing a more effective administrative system.
- Maintained security, and law and order of residential and business establishments in the assigned area through vigilant surveillance.
- Conducted investigations regarding reported criminal activities and booked suspected criminals.
- Detected crime spots and carried out investigation to collect information regarding crimes; utilized modern methods and techniques to collect crime evidences.
- Interviewed persons with complaints and inquiries and attempts to make the proper disposition or direct them to proper authorities.
- Participated in investigating criminal law violations occurring within the City limits, obtaining evidence and compiling information regarding these crimes.
- Responded to emergency radio calls and investigated accidents, robberies, civil disturbances, domestic disturbance other misdemeanors and felonies.
Security Officer - Regional One Health - Memphis, TN
(1994-07 - 1999-02)
- Conducted scheduled and random patrols throughout buildings, grounds, and parking areas, monitoring CCTV systems to deter criminal activity and identify potential hazards, enhancing safety for all.
- Controlled entry and exit points, screened visitors, verified identification, and managed access control systems, ensuring secure environments in high-risk areas.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, including fires, natural disasters, and security threats, providing initial assistance and coordinating with law enforcement, improving response times.
