Dia Allen
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Accomplished Detective with the New York City Police Department, skilled in criminal investigations and evidence collection. Proven track record in executing arrests, investigations and conducting comprehensive interviews.
Professional investigator with strong track record in solving complex cases and uncovering critical information. Skilled in surveillance, evidence gathering, wire taps and data analysis, ensuring thorough and accurate investigations. Strong team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability, consistently achieving results. Known for reliability, analytical thinking, and effective communication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective 2nd Grade
New York City Police Department
1 Police Plaza
07.2009 - 08.2026
- Executed and served search warrants for ongoing investigations.
- Prioritized multiple active cases by reassessing urgency based on emerging factors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing intelligence with colleagues.
- Mentored junior detectives, enhancing investigative skills and promoting teamwork.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies to enhance crime-solving strategies and information sharing.
- Conducted buy and bust operations and case buy operations resulting in over 200 narcotics related arrests.
Narcotics Undercover
New York City Police Department
1 Police Plaza
09.2009 - 10.2014
- Exhibited strong personal responsibility and self-motivation across all tasks.
- Maintained high productivity levels in fast-paced environments.
- Collaborated effectively within teams while achieving independent objectives.
- Adapted swiftly to new situations, showcasing rapid learning capabilities.
- Executed over 500 successful street-level narcotics purchases, significantly impacting the investigation of cocaine, crack, heroin, methadone, and prescription pills. Achieved completion of over 500 narcotics case buy operations targeting A-1 and A-2 felony weight narcotics, yielding critical insights into cocaine, crack, heroin, and prescription pills.
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
1 Police Plaza
07.2005 - 03.2011
- Engaged in continuous training to uphold expertise in law enforcement best practices.
- Demonstrated sound judgment under pressure during critical public safety decisions.
- Communicated effectively with diverse populations to strengthen community trust.
- Responded to emergency calls from citizens and business owners promptly.
- Enforced local laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order resulting in over 50 arrests.
- Conducted thorough investigations into criminal activities, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
Detective Investigatore
Kings County District Attorney's Office
Brooklyn, NY
01.2000 - 06.2005
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to coordinate multi-jurisdictional operations and share intelligence.
- Executed the successful service of over 100 subpoenas, enhancing witness and suspect management effectiveness. Achieved comprehensive interviews with over 500 witnesses, contributing to robust case preparation. Secured witness protection and transportation, facilitating reliable court appearances.
- Coordinated the removal of inmates from correctional facilities through the execution of over 50 Damiani orders to ensure compliance with legal protocols.
- Assisted in conducting pre and post-arrest investigations with various zone trial bureaus. Supported case development using Title III (wiretaps) for the rackets bureau within the special investigation unit.
- Optimized investigative outcomes through effective use of law enforcement databases. Achieved successful surveillance and evidence gathering by leveraging advanced forensic tools.
- Resolved sensitive cases effectively, demonstrating expertise in white-collar crime and gang activity. Achieved successful outcomes in investigations of crimes against children and organized crime. Uncovered significant instances of public and political corruption, fostering trust in law enforcement.
- Executed interstate extradition procedures to ensure the transfer of fugitives charged with serious offenses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bettune Collman University
602 Second Avenue Daytona Beach Fla04-1993
Skills
- Interview techniques
- Criminal investigations
- Information gathering
- Evidence collection
- Preparing for court
- Report writing
- Undercover investigations
- Chain of custody
- Surveillance techniques
- Undercover operations
- Courtroom testimony skills
- Debriefing informants
- Undercover experience
Timeline
Narcotics Undercover
New York City Police Department
09.2009 - 10.2014
Detective 2nd Grade
New York City Police Department
07.2009 - 08.2026
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
07.2005 - 03.2011
Detective Investigatore
Kings County District Attorney's Office
01.2000 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bettune Collman University