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Carlos Hernandez

Homestead,FL

Summary

Seasoned Private Investigator and former Newark New Jersey Police Dept. detective, excelling in evidence gathering and stakeouts, with a knack for surpassing client expectations. Leveraged expert interview techniques and surveillance skills to solve complex cases, fostering trust within the community. Achieved a high success rate in fraud investigations and courtroom testimonies, demonstrating unparalleled investigative prowess and communication skills.

Work History

Self Employed Web

Private Investigator

Job overview

  • Collected documentation such as witness statements, video recordings and photographs to support case findings.
  • Stayed in open communication with supervisors to maintain operational safety and submit timely reports.
  • Staked out locations to locate individuals and gather evidence of unlawful activities.
  • Produced professional reports outlining findings of cases, expenses incurred and any important incidents.
  • Investigated individuals claiming disability to identify and document fraud.
  • Exceeded client expectations by delivering comprehensive reports detailing case findings and recommendations in a timely manner.

Newark New Jersey Police Dept.

Retired Police Detective

Job overview

  • Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
  • Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
  • Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
  • Trained junior officers on investigative techniques and best practices, contributing to a more skilled police force.
  • Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
  • Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
  • Managed confidential informants effectively to gather valuable intelligence on criminal activities within the community.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports detailing investigative findings, supporting effective prosecutorial efforts in court cases.
  • Conducted surveillance operations for intelligence gathering, leading to successful apprehension of suspects.
  • Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing accurate and detailed accounts of investigations conducted.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
  • Led a team of detectives responsible for investigating a wide range of criminal offenses including homicides, robberies, and drug trafficking cases.
  • Coordinated multi-agency task forces focused on addressing specific crime trends or patterns within the jurisdictional area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Developed strong relationships with community members, promoting trust and cooperation in law enforcement efforts.
  • Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
  • Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
  • Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
  • Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
  • Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
  • Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
  • Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
  • Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
  • Appeared in court and testified under oath in Type and Type cases.

First Service Residential

Property Manager

Job overview

  • Collected documentation such as witness statements, video recordings and photographs to support case findings.
  • Stayed in open communication with supervisors to maintain operational safety and submit timely reports.
  • Staked out locations to locate individuals and gather evidence of unlawful activities.
  • Produced professional reports outlining findings of cases, expenses incurred and any important incidents.
  • Investigated individuals claiming disability to identify and document fraud.
  • Exceeded client expectations by delivering comprehensive reports detailing case findings and recommendations in a timely manner.

Education

Seton Hall Prepatory
South Orange, NJ

Hogh School Diploma from College Prep
05.1977

Skills

  • Evidence gathering
  • Accident reconstruction
  • Surveillance
  • Fraud investigations
  • Skip tracing
  • Private investigation laws
  • Interview techniques
  • Background checks
  • Courtroom testimony
  • Records research
  • Undercover operations
  • Witness statements
  • Stakeouts

Accomplishments

Honorably discharged from the USAR

Graduated top 5 in police academy

Apprehended fugitive on the FBI wanted list

Numerous commendation from the police department

Hispanic officer of the year.

Affiliations

Menber Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #12

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Private Investigator

Self Employed Web

Retired Police Detective

Newark New Jersey Police Dept.

Property Manager

First Service Residential

Seton Hall Prepatory

Hogh School Diploma from College Prep
Carlos Hernandez