David Childs
Richmond,TX
Summary
Professional investigator with strong track record in solving complex cases and uncovering critical information. Skilled in surveillance, evidence gathering, and data analysis, ensuring thorough and accurate investigations. Strong team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability, consistently achieving results in dynamic environments. Known for reliability, analytical thinking, and effective communication.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective
Richmond Police Department
08.2014 - 09.2025
- Investigated complex criminal cases, gathering evidence and conducting interviews to build strong case files.
- Collaborated with forensic teams to analyze physical evidence and enhance investigative outcomes.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough investigations, leading to the arrest and prosecution of criminals.
- Partnered with other law enforcement agencies, Fort Bend County District Attorney's Office, and Fort Bend County Medical Examiner's Office.
Corporal
Richmond Police Department
05.2013 - 08.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Led shift when the sergeant was not on duty, to include supervision of fellow officers.
- Notified division commanders and on-call detectives for major scenes.
Patrol Officer
Richmond Police Department
06.2009 - 05.2013
- Enforced traffic regulations to ensure public safety and compliance with laws.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, collecting evidence and documenting findings.
- Mentored junior officers on patrol procedures and effective communication techniques.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Enhanced public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to emergency situations promptly.
- Served as a field training officer for new recruits – sharing knowledge gained from experience on patrol-helping them excel in their roles.
Education
No Degree - Fire Inspector I & II, Plans Examiner
Training Division
Crowley, TX02-2026
No Degree - Police Academy
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX05-2008
No Degree - General
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas, TXSkills
- Proficient in conducting criminal investigations
- Case management
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Effective witness interviewing
- Sound ethical judgment
- Report writing
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective time management
Accomplishments
Officer of the Year 2011
Detective of the Year 2015
Detective of the Year 2016
Co-Detective of the Year 2017
Certification
Advanced Peace Officer
Field Training Officer
Intoxilyzer Operator (Inactive)
Timeline
Detective
Richmond Police Department
08.2014 - 09.2025
Corporal
Richmond Police Department
05.2013 - 08.2014
Patrol Officer
Richmond Police Department
06.2009 - 05.2013
No Degree - Fire Inspector I & II, Plans Examiner
Training Division
No Degree - Police Academy
Wharton County Junior College
No Degree - General
Sam Houston State University