Hunter Cotton
Hodgdon
Summary
Driven Maine State Police Detective with proven skills in criminal investigation, teamwork, and communication skills. Demonstrated success in leading complex investigations that resulted in successful outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
12
12
Certifications
Work History
Detective
Maine State Police
Houlton
11.2022 - Current
- November 2025: Supervised detectives at a suspicious death scene in Sherman.
- Primary detective on a prosecution homicide.
- Assisted in numerous homicide investigations.
- I have investigated a numerous child abuse and suspicious death cases during my time in the MCU.
- Collaborated with other agencies during my investigations (FMO, AG, local PDs, SOs, RCMP, FBI, HSI, etc.).
- I mentored multiple new detectives within my section.
- I have been tasked with being the OD in the absence of Det. Sgt. Adam Bell. I have consulted with agencies on death scenes and missing persons on multiple occasions, as required by the AG's Death Protocol.
- I have worked with officers at other agencies and in Troop F to lead them through complicated criminal investigations.
- FTO
Trooper
Maine State Police
Houlton
08.2018 - 11.2022
- Patrolled and lived in Southern Aroostook County.
- Enforced traffic laws to ensure public safety on highways and rural roads.
- Conducted complex burglary and child sex abuse investigations and solved many cases.
- Conducted proactive criminal interdiction through traffic enforcement.
- FTO
Patrol Officer - Part Time
Hampden Police Department
Hampden
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
- Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and incidents requiring police assistance.
- Investigated numerous cases to include Theft, Domestic Violence, and numerous OUI's.
Sternman
Jason Joyce Inc.
Swans Island
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Prepared bait traps prior to fishing trips and during trips.
- Assisted in the operation of fishing gear and equipment.
- Worked in a team environment with others.
Cashier
Hannaford
Hampden
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at the checkout station.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and store navigation.
- Collaborated with team members during peak shopping hours.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the checkout area.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bangor Christian Schools
Bangor, ME06-2014
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University - Transferred to Husson
Lynchburg, VABachelor of Science - Criminal Justice - Not Completed Yet
Husson University
Bangor, MESkills
- Criminal investigation
- Case management
- Report writing
- Scene management
- Communication skills
- Interagency collaboration
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
Certification
ICISF (Member Assistance Team Certification), International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, INC. November 2025
Accomplishments
Nominated for Trooper of the year for Troop F - 2022
Affiliations
Maine State Police Crisis Negotiation Team - 2020 - 2024
Timeline
Detective
Maine State Police
11.2022 - Current
Trooper
Maine State Police
08.2018 - 11.2022
Patrol Officer - Part Time
Hampden Police Department
08.2016 - 07.2018
Sternman
Jason Joyce Inc.
06.2014 - 08.2016
Cashier
Hannaford
01.2013 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Bangor Christian Schools
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University - Transferred to Husson
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice - Not Completed Yet
Husson University