Anthony Morales
Gallup
Summary
Seasoned law enforcement professional with a distinguished career in Law Enforcement, showcasing expertise in tactical planning and intelligence gathering. Excelled in undercover operations, leading to significant criminal network disruptions. Renowned for professionalism, integrity, and a collaborative mindset, adept at fostering inter-agency partnerships to combat drug trafficking and enhance community safety.
Natural leader and accomplished law enforcement professional with strong history of success as skilled Patrol Sergeant. Handling demanding shift management challenges and tactical situations. Demonstrated abilities in meeting coverage requirements and building highly professional team.
Seasoned Law Enforcement professional well-versed in criminal investigation practices, including gathering evidence and developing incident reports. Eager to leverage 19 years of law enforcement experience, including expertise in Narcotics, Narcotics Trafficing, K9 Handler and Task Force Officer with HSI and in-depth knowledge of public safety protocols.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Officer
Gallup Police Department
12.2020 - Current
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily patrols, incidents encountered, and actions taken during shifts.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
Narcotics Agent
Gallup Police Department
- Conducted undercover operations to infiltrate drug trafficking organizations, leading to the dismantling of multiple criminal enterprises.
- Prevented potential harm to officers during high-risk situations by providing tactical support during raids or arrests involving dangerous suspects involved in narcotics trade.
- Participated in multi-agency task forces focused on combating specific drug threats such as opioid abuse or methamphetamine production.
- Conducted thorough background investigations on potential informants to ensure their reliability before using them for sensitive operations.
- Utilized advanced technology tools like GPS tracking devices and hidden cameras during covert operations to collect critical evidence against suspects involved in drug trafficking activities.
- Maintained detailed case files for accurate documentation of investigative activities and evidence collection procedures.
Patrol Sergeant
McKinley County Sheriffs Office
01.2013 - 07.2019
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Handled high-stress situations calmly under pressure while making critical decisions to protect public safety.
- Evaluated officer performance during shifts, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on proper police procedures and promoting professional growth.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Maintained accurate records of all patrol activities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and departmental standards.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Coordinated with external agencies such as fire departments or medical personnel during joint operations or emergencies.
- Assessed and managed potential risks and hazardous situations.
- Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
Task Force Officer
McKinley County Sheriffs Office
- Prepared for federal, municipal and county court hearings.
- Facilitated information exchange among partner agencies through participation in regional intelligence groups and forums.
- Developed intelligence-based policing strategies to proactively address emerging threats and reduce crime rates.
- Conducted comprehensive threat assessments for accurate resource allocation and effective response strategies.
Narcotics Agent
McKinley County Sheriff Office
- Conducted undercover operations to infiltrate drug trafficking organizations, leading to the dismantling of multiple criminal enterprises.
- Prevented potential harm to officers during high-risk situations by providing tactical support during raids or arrests involving dangerous suspects involved in narcotics trade.
- Participated in multi-agency task forces focused on combating specific drug threats such as opioid abuse or methamphetamine production.
- Conducted thorough background investigations on potential informants to ensure their reliability before using them for sensitive operations.
- Utilized advanced technology tools like GPS tracking devices and hidden cameras during covert operations to collect critical evidence against suspects involved in drug trafficking activities.
Patrol Officer
Grants Police Department
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily patrols, incidents encountered, and actions taken during shifts.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Cibola County Sheriffs Office
01.2009 - 05.2012
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Assisted in the arrest of suspects through effective communication, coordination, and teamwork with other law enforcement officers.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making skills under pressure situations resulting in favorable outcomes.
- Ensured accurate documentation of crime reports, witness statements, and evidence collected at scenes for successful case resolutions.
- Supported traffic control efforts by enforcing traffic laws, issuing citations when necessary, and investigating accidents thoroughly.
Education
Police Officer Certification
San Juan Police Academy
Farmington, NM06.2011
High School Diploma -
Gallup High School
Gallup05.2001
Skills
- Professionalism and Integrity
- Discretion and Confidentiality
- Collaborative mindset
- Tactical Planning
- Intelligence Gathering
- Social Perceptiveness
- Crime Scene Processing
- Interrogation Tactics
- Informant Management
- Detailed report writing
- Calm in crisis situations
- Evidence processing
- Preparing for court
- Researching skills
Accomplishments
I was a successful Narcotics Agent and worked with HSI as a taskforce officer. I was also a K9 handler and had great success in Highway interdiction. I have been a Negotiator for the ERT team and am a Verbal De-escalation instructor which had aided me when I was a Patrol Sergeant for MCSO managing a crew of 5-6 officers. In 19 years of service I have gathered alot of knowledge in investigations and patrol operations which I would love to pass down and with the officer I would supervise,
Certification
Verbal De-Escalation instructor
Defensive tactics instructor
1st line Supervisor
General instructor
Task Force Officer Title 19 certified
Rolling Surveillance 1&2
DEA Basic Narcotics and Operations
Timeline
Patrol Officer
Gallup Police Department
12.2020 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
McKinley County Sheriffs Office
01.2013 - 07.2019
Patrol Officer
Grants Police Department
06.2012 - 12.2012
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Cibola County Sheriffs Office
01.2009 - 05.2012
Narcotics Agent
Gallup Police Department
Task Force Officer
McKinley County Sheriffs Office
Narcotics Agent
McKinley County Sheriff Office
Police Officer Certification
San Juan Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Gallup High School
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