Diana Barnard
Plymouth,MA
Summary
Seasoned Law Enforcement Investigator known for high productivity and efficiency in completing investigations. Possess specialized skills in cold case investigations, evidence collection, case management, and interviewing techniques. Excel at critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring thorough analysis and clear reporting in all assignments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Trooper
Massachusetts State Police-Unresolved Case Unit
Framingham, MA
02.2024 - Current
- Cold Case Investigation.
- Followed up on leads obtained through interviews or other sources.
- Presented case summaries to the District Attorney for review.
- Organized and maintained files of all investigative activities.
- Reviewed police reports, medical records, and other documents for evidence.
- Conducted DNA collection in accordance with established protocols.
- Identification of unidentified human remains.
Trooper
Massachusetts State Police-Homicide
Framingham, MA
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Investigated homicides and unattended deaths.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and suspects to obtain evidence related to homicide cases.
- Analyzed physical evidence such as fingerprints, DNA samples, and ballistics.
- Attended autopsies conducted by medical examiners to determine cause of death in suspicious deaths.
- Prepared detailed reports on all investigative activities including interviews and laboratory results.
- Coordinated with medical examiners and forensic scientists to collect evidence from crime scenes.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings regarding criminal investigations and findings.
- Obtained search warrants from judges authorizing searches of homes, businesses, or vehicles connected with a homicide case.
Trooper
Massachusetts State Police-Narcotics
Framingham, MA
10.2005 - 09.2023
- Performed undercover work and organized operational plans.
- Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Analyzed intelligence data to identify patterns of criminal behavior related to narcotics trafficking.
- Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness on matters relating to the investigation of narcotics offenses.
- Conducted surveillance of suspected drug activity in high-crime areas.
- Enforced drug-related laws, serving warrants, apprehending suspects and assisting prosecution.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Monitored known drug traffickers' movements using GPS technology.
- Utilized advanced investigative techniques such as wiretapping and electronic tracking devices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Lowell, MA05-1998
Skills
- Intelligence gathering
- Interrogation techniques
- Affidavits
- Forensic science
- Interviewing witnesses
- Collecting evidence
- DNA swabs
- Crime scene investigation
- Undercover operations
Timeline
Trooper
Massachusetts State Police-Unresolved Case Unit
02.2024 - Current
Trooper
Massachusetts State Police-Homicide
09.2023 - 02.2024
Trooper
Massachusetts State Police-Narcotics
10.2005 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
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