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David Whiddon

Akron,OH

Summary

Dynamic Police Lieutenant with the Akron Police Department, skilled in criminal investigation and courtroom testimony. Proven ability to lead teams, enhance community trust, and streamline investigations. Recognized for effective decision-making and personnel supervision, ensuring compliance with laws and ordinances while maintaining the integrity of evidence for successful case outcomes.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Lieutenant

Akron Police Department
12.1992 - 08.2025
  • Assisted in conducting preliminary investigations and gathering evidence from crime scenes.
  • Engaged with community members to foster trust and improve public safety initiatives.
  • Supported senior officers in the preparation of reports and documentation for case files.
  • Learned operational procedures for patrol duties, traffic enforcement, and emergency response protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards during operations and events.
  • Established and enforced employee performance policies.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
  • Served as an incident commander during critical events or emergencies, coordinating all aspects of response efforts efficiently.
  • Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings while testifying under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
  • Liaised with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.

Education

History

University of Akron
Akron, OH
05-1991

Skills

  • Suspect identification
  • Laws and ordinances
  • Workload balancing
  • Courtroom testimony
  • Personnel supervision
  • Investigative techniques
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Excellent communication
  • Team management
  • Criminal investigation
  • Decision-making

Accomplishments

In addition to supervising the Major Crimes Unit in the Detective Bureau, I also managed a federal grant project from 2019-2024 that created a team of detectives, victim advocates, prosecutors, scientists and researchers for the purpose of investigating unsolved sexual assaults.

Certification

  • Complete the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy Instructional Skills Course - 2011

Timeline

Police Lieutenant

Akron Police Department
12.1992 - 08.2025

History

University of Akron

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