Harold Chapman
Orange Park,FL
Summary
Seasoned Police Detective with comprehensive background specializing in criminal investigations, surveillance operations, and law enforcement. Demonstrated strengths include critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to work under pressure. Proven success in solving complex cases and making impactful contributions to community safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Detective Economic Crimes Unit
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Jacksonville, Florida
03.2020 - Current
- Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest to gather statements for use in criminal investigations.
- Developed strategies for apprehending suspects involved in criminal cases.
- Consulted with prosecutors regarding the development of criminal cases.
- Attended training sessions related to new developments in law enforcement technology and procedures.
- Created process to capture, integrate, and maintain data supporting field information applications.
- Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings related to criminal cases.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Assessed risk factors associated with potential threats to public safety.
- Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes and secured it for later analysis.
- Delivered maximum levels of accuracy when conducting stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
- Strengthened traceability, developing organization systems for criminal prosecutory case logs, records, reports, and agendas.
- Successfully processed hundreds of tips while receiving information and initiating investigations for speedy resolutions.
- Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
- Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas, and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
- Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
- Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate investigations.
Detective Homicide Unit
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Jacksonville, Florida
01.2014 - 03.2020
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Eliminated process discrepancies by accurately investigating organized crime, homicide, fraud and other major crime cases while preparing, submitting, and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
- Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
- Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
- Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest to gather statements for use in criminal investigations.
- Maintained professional relationships with members of the community while conducting investigations.
- Served subpoenas and other legal documents related to investigations.
- Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
- Analyzed evidence collected from crime scenes to identify potential suspects.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Researched applicable laws when necessary for cases.
- Developed profiles of suspects based on evidence gathered.
- Reviewed police records and other information sources to obtain leads in cases.
- Provided testimony during trials concerning facts uncovered during investigations.
- Strengthened traceability, developing organization systems for criminal prosecutory case logs, records, reports, and agendas.
- Assisted prosecutors with trial preparation by providing expert opinion on matters related to the case.
- Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Detective Special Assault Unit
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Jacksonville, Florida
12.2013 - 01.2014
- Shortened criminal investigation lead time, executing operational protocol for criminal and non-criminal violations.
- Assisted prosecutors with trial preparation by providing expert opinion on matters related to the case.
- Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Developed profiles of suspects based on evidence gathered.
Education
Anti-Money Laundering Training
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Brunswick, GA03-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FLAssociation of Certified Fraud Examiners
Austin, TXSkills
- Certified Fraud Examiner
- Federal Anti-Money Laundering training
- Interviewing techniques
- Analytical mindset
- Courtroom testimony
- Patience and perseverance
- Conducting computer checks
- Collecting statements
- Interrogation skills
- Affidavits
- Witness interviews
- Criminal law proficiency
- Criminal investigation coordination
- Judicial procedures knowledge
- Researching skills
- Criminal activity prevention
- Report preparation
- Case reviews
- Report writing
Affiliations
- Zone 1 Finest Award 2010
- Police Officer of the Month 2010
- Numerous citations and commendations
- Law Enforcement Officer of the Year for the Victim's Advisory Council
Timeline
Police Detective Economic Crimes Unit
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
03.2020 - Current
Detective Homicide Unit
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
01.2014 - 03.2020
Detective Special Assault Unit
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
12.2013 - 01.2014
Anti-Money Laundering Training
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
University of North Florida
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
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