Charles Taveras

• Adhered to constitutional standards when obtaining and executing arrest and search warrants.
• Gathered facts through interviews with suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
• Collected evidence from crime scenes and conducted thorough investigations to build cases based on sound evidence-handling practices.
• Identified witnesses and gathered statements.
• Maintained detailed records of assigned cases.
• Wrote comprehensive reports outlining case findings for internal records and legal purposes.
• Sent specimens to laboratories and processed fingerprints through databases to identify persons of interest.
• Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance on suspects and related records.
• Provided professional testimony to support case evidence.

Special Assignments

2009-2010 F.B.I Task Force Officer (TFO) Gang Unit. Newark Field Office

• Collaborated and shared information among local, county, state, and federal agencies to identify and target criminal gangs.
• Conducted undercover operations to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence.
• Participated in court hearings.
• Conducted comprehensive research on suspects to determine their criminal activities and operating environments.
• Collected, analyzed, and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence related to investigations.
• Gathered facts through interviews with suspects and witnesses.

2005-2008 Field Training Officer

• Provided training and mentoring for new police officers.
• Assessed and documented the performance of a new officer in training while guiding their progress.
• Helped new officers develop investigative skills and effectively handle calls for service.

• Responded to emergency calls to help citizens in need.
• Conducted preliminary investigations at crime scenes.
• Investigated and reported on crimes, accidents, and offenses.
• Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
• Conducted interviews with witnesses to gather details about incidents.
• Developed strong rapport and working relationships with the community to build trust and improve communication.
• Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to foster relationships with citizens.
• Monitored criminal activity in the community to identify suspicious behavior.
• Provided testimony in court proceedings.
• Enforced traffic laws and regulations.
• Identified, pursued, and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.

• Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
• Patrolled designated areas to identify security and safety issues.
• Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
• Monitored criminal activity in the community to identify suspicious activity.
• Provided testimony in court proceedings.
• Responded to emergency calls to assist citizens in need.