Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
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Aaron Crowell

LOUISVILLE,KY

Summary

Experienced Investigator and leader with accomplished law enforcement career focused on investigating criminal cases. Industrious and diligent with exceptional integrity and above average clearance rates. Proven track record of conducting and leading comprehensive investigations and developing successful, productive teams.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Major

Louisville Metro Police Department
Louisville, KY
01.2001 - Current
  • February 2021 - Present Commander, Criminal Interdiction Division (Major)

Direct report to Assistant Chief for Support Operations. Command oversight of investigations to include Major Case Unit, Violent Crime Unit, Firearms Intelligence Section , Intelligence Section, Parcel Interdiction Unit, Prescription Diversion Unit , K9 Unit and federal task force officers with four federal agencies. Responsibility and oversight of 80+ employees tasked with the investigation of violent offenders, street gangs and narcotics trafficking organizations. Developed division policies and procedures, databases, budget and fleet.

  • January 2020- February 2021 Administrative Lieutenant, Patrol Services

Oversight of Patrol division administrative functions to include, budget, fleet management, special events, training, community outreach, accreditation and supervision of front-line supervisors.

  • July 2017- January 2020 Commander, Public Integrity Unit (Lieutenant)

Direct report to Commander of Special Investigation Division. Command oversight of criminal investigations involving metro employees, metro facilities and officer-involved shooting investigations. Liaison between Police Department and federal agencies as well as state and federal prosecutor's offices. Responsible for regular briefings to Chief's and Mayor's offices as well as media briefings. Developed and maintained databases, unit budget and fleet.

  • November 2015- July 2017 Patrol Operations Lieutenant

Direct report to Patrol Division Commander. Command oversight of multiple commanding officers and street platoons to include exceptional delivery of police services, community engagement, special events, training and accreditation and liaison with metro council representatives.

  • August 2014-November 2015 Investigator, Public Integrity Unit (Sergeant)

Responsible for conducting criminal investigations involving metro employees, facilities and officer-involved shootings. Liaison with federal agencies and state and federal prosecutors.

  • August 2009- August 2014 Homicide Unit Sergeant

Responsible for the supervision of all manner of death investigations, case management, coordination with prosecuting attorneys, victim advocates and court presentation. Regular briefings for Chief's and Mayor's offices and media briefings. Developed and maintained databases, unit budget and fleet.

  • January 2001- August 2009

Various assignments and responsibilities to include patrol officer, field training officer, narcotics detective, intelligence detective, street gang coordinator and FBI task force officer.

Corrections Officer

Jefferson County Corrections Department
Louisville, KY
10.1999 - 01.2001
  • Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
  • Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
  • Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.

Non-commissioned Officer

United States Marine Corps
01.1993 - 04.1999
  • Served as an M1A1 Battle Tank crewman, fulfilling all roles within the crew to include Tank commander.
  • Honorably discharged

Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

University of Louisville
Louisville Ky

High School Diploma -

Holy Cross High School
Louisville, KY
05.1992

Skills

  • Over 25 years of proven leadership
  • Team building success
  • Subordinate and unit development
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Integrity and accountability
  • Certified and experienced instructor
  • Commitment to excellence
  • Computer skills (excel, word, office)

Certification

Force Science Institute Accreditation

KLEC certified instructor

Recognized gang expert in State and Federal court

Accomplishments

  • Twice nominated for LMPD Commanding Officer of the year
  • Academic Excellence Award, Southern Police Institute Administrative Officer Course.
  • Honor Graduate, Jefferson County Corrections Academy
  • Numerous commendations and departmental awards

Affiliations

Southern Police Institute Alumni Association

Midwest Gang Investigators Association

United States Marine Corps League

Timeline

Major

Louisville Metro Police Department
01.2001 - Current

Corrections Officer

Jefferson County Corrections Department
10.1999 - 01.2001

Non-commissioned Officer

United States Marine Corps
01.1993 - 04.1999

No Degree - Criminal Justice

University of Louisville

High School Diploma -

Holy Cross High School
Aaron Crowell