CHRISTIAN E. KOHNEN
Bartelso
Summary
Experienced Illinois State Police Detective Sergeant with a background in homicide and violent crime investigations, patrol operations, and leadership. Proven ability to supervise complex investigations, coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies, and mentor investigators while ensuring thorough, legally sound case management. Fluent in English and Spanish with additional military experience in communications and security operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Detective Sergeant, Zone 8 Violent Crimes
Illinois State Police
12.2020 - Current
- Supervise detectives conducting homicide, officer-involved death, child death, and major felony investigations.
- Direct investigative strategy from initial response through prosecution.
- Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies, forensic experts, and prosecutors.
- Review reports, warrants, interviews, and case files for accuracy and legal compliance.
- Mentor detectives and provide instruction in investigative techniques and officer safety.
- Manage investigative resources during critical incidents.
State Trooper, District 11 Patrol
Illinois State Police
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Enforced Illinois traffic and criminal laws through proactive patrol.
- Investigated DUI offenses, crashes, and criminal incidents.
- Responded to emergency calls and apprehended offenders.
- Conducted high-risk vehicle pursuits.
- Prepared reports, citations, arrests, and courtroom testimony.
- Maintained roadway safety.
Signal Support Specialist
Illinois Army National Guard
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Maintained military communication systems and network operations.
- Provided technical support for communications equipment.
- Held U.S. Army Secret Security Clearance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology & Spanish
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Carbondale, IL12-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Criminology
Kaskaskia College
Centralia05-2015
Skills
- Violent Crime & Homicide Investigations
- Criminal Case Management
- Leadership & Supervision
- Interview & Interrogation
- Evidence Collection
- Interagency Coordination
- Officer Training
- Firearms Instruction
- Cellebrite Mobile Forensics
- English & Spanish
Certification
- Certified Cellebrite Operator
- ISP Firearms Instructor
- ISP PIT Monitor
- Illinois State Police Life-Saving Medal
- HISLEA Merit Award
- Illinois State Police Unit Citations (2)
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Detective Sergeant, Zone 8 Violent Crimes
Illinois State Police
12.2020 - Current
State Trooper, District 11 Patrol
Illinois State Police
04.2019 - 12.2020
Signal Support Specialist
Illinois Army National Guard
01.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminology & Spanish
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Associate of Applied Science - Criminology
Kaskaskia College