Aaron Crowell
North Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Experienced leader and investigator with a successful law enforcement career focused on criminal case investigation. Recognized for industriousness and diligence, consistently maintaining exceptional integrity and achieving above-average clearance rates. Demonstrated ability to conduct and lead comprehensive investigations, while fostering the development of successful and productive teams.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Chief of Police, Support Bureau Commander (Lt. Colonel)
Louisville Metro Police Department
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Executive staff member with responsibility for development and oversight of the 500+ employees of the department’s Support Bureau which encompasses the Major Crimes Division, Criminal Interdiction Division, and Special Operations Division
- Development and management of the Bureau’s budget, facilities, fleet, and overall performance.
Commander, Criminal Interdiction Division (Major)
Louisville Metro Police Department
02.2021 - 12.2022
- 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.
Commander, Public Integrity Unit (Lieutenant)
Louisville Metro Police Department
07.2017 - 02.2021
- Direct report to Commander of Special Investigation Division
- Command oversight of criminal investigations involving metro employees, metro facilities and officer-involved shooting investigations/ critical incidents
- 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.
Patrol Operations Lieutenant
Louisville Metro Police Department
11.2015 - 07.2017
- 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.
Investigator, Public Integrity Unit (Sergeant)
Louisville Metro Police Department
08.2014 - 11.2015
- Conducted criminal investigations involving metro employees, facilities, and officer-involved shootings/critical incidents
- Liaison with federal agencies and state and federal prosecutors.
Homicide Unit Sergeant
Louisville Metro Police Department
08.2009 - 08.2014
- 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.
Various assignments and responsibilities
Louisville Metro Police Department
01.2001 - 08.2009
- Include patrol officer, field training officer, narcotics detective, intelligence detective, street gang coordinator and FBI task force officer.
Corrections Officer
Jefferson County Corrections Department
10.1999 - 01.2001
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within the 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 crew member, fulfilling all roles within the crew to include Tank commander.
Education
BAS Criminal Justice -
University of the Cumberlands
08.2024
134th Administrative Officer's Course -
Univ. Of Louisville, Southern Police Institute
11.2015
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross High School
Louisville, KY05.1992
Skills
- Over 25 years of proven leadership
- Team building success
- Subordinate and unit development
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Integrity and accountability
- Commitment to excellence
- Criminal Investigation
- Crisis Management
- Media Relations
- Internal investigations
- Interagency Coordination
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
- International Association of Chiefs of Police
- Southern Police Institute Alumni Association
- Midwest Gang Investigators Association
- United States Marine Corps League
Timeline
Assistant Chief of Police, Support Bureau Commander (Lt. Colonel)
Louisville Metro Police Department
12.2022 - 08.2024
Commander, Criminal Interdiction Division (Major)
Louisville Metro Police Department
02.2021 - 12.2022
Commander, Public Integrity Unit (Lieutenant)
Louisville Metro Police Department
07.2017 - 02.2021
Patrol Operations Lieutenant
Louisville Metro Police Department
11.2015 - 07.2017
Investigator, Public Integrity Unit (Sergeant)
Louisville Metro Police Department
08.2014 - 11.2015
Homicide Unit Sergeant
Louisville Metro Police Department
08.2009 - 08.2014
Various assignments and responsibilities
Louisville Metro Police Department
01.2001 - 08.2009
Corrections Officer
Jefferson County Corrections Department
10.1999 - 01.2001
Non-commissioned Officer
United States Marine Corps
01.1993 - 04.1999
BAS Criminal Justice -
University of the Cumberlands
134th Administrative Officer's Course -
Univ. Of Louisville, Southern Police Institute
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross High School
- Force Science Institute Accreditation
- KLEC certified instructor
- Recognized gang expert in State and Federal court
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