Erica Engle
Hillsboro,OH
Summary
Seasoned Sergeant Detective with decorated career in law enforcement dedicated to solving criminal cases. Hardworking and conscientious with high integrity and good clear rates. Skillfully obtain evidence and statements with both modern and traditional policing techniques.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective Sergeant
Highland County Sheriff's Office
Hillsboro, OH
09.2001 - Current
- Reviewed case files to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to submission for review or prosecution.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies to exchange information regarding criminal activity.
- Attended meetings with local officials to discuss strategies for addressing drug trafficking issues.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Participated in undercover operations involving narcotics trafficking or organized crime syndicates.
- Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
- Advised patrol officers on proper handling procedures for evidence collection at crime scenes.
- Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
- Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
- Assisted prosecutors in preparing cases for trial by providing relevant facts gathered during investigations.
- Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
- Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
Education
Certificate - Ohio Peace Officers Academy
Southern State Community College
Hillsboro, OH04-2007
High School Diploma -
Edward Lee McClain High School
Greenfield, OH06-2000
Skills
- Team Leadership Skills
- Collecting Evidence
- Undercover Operations
- Search and Seizure
Affiliations
I am married to my husband of 16 years and we have two wonderful children ages 13 and 9. I enjoy attending their sporting events and interacting with the local community through those events.
Accomplishments
- Recognized by The FBI for my outstanding assistance with my cooperation and immeasurable efforts in the charging and conviction of a suspect for making Terroristic Threats.
- Recognized by the Highland County Prosecutors Office for Officer of the Quarter.
- Recognized for multiple letters commendations for various efforts.
- Proclamation from the city of Hillsboro for efforts in combating the drug trafficking July of 2022
Certification
- Reid Technique of Investigative Interviewing and Advanced Interrogation certificate May of 2019
- Certified Offender Watch Professional May of 2017
- Continued education each year as required by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Detective Sergeant
Highland County Sheriff's Office
09.2001 - Current
Certificate - Ohio Peace Officers Academy
Southern State Community College
High School Diploma -
Edward Lee McClain High School
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