James Prichett IV
Aberdeen,MD
Summary
Results-oriented law enforcement and investigation specialist with 20 years of experience in coordinating investigations, researching and reviewing case files and conducting interviews. Resourceful leader focused on keeping alert and open perspective during investigations while utilizing expert problem-solving in unlocking complex cases. Successful investigator bringing strong background in casework to position within robust and professional organization.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Agent
Homeland Security Investigations
Anchorage, Alaska
09.2002 - 09.2022
- Completed weekly and monthly reports summarizing activities.
- Served arrest warrants to take individuals into custody as approved by court.
- Used defined research procedures to identify and resolve issues.
- Monitored ongoing situations and conducted investigations to look for possible threats.
- Protected national borders by investigating interstate crimes, international espionage and potential terrorist threats.
- Arrested subjects and seized assets connected to illicit drug trafficking.
- Gathered and prepared evidence to prosecute major violators of drug laws.
- Investigated suspected and alleged criminal violations of laws to determine if evidence warrants prosecution.
- Worked in undercover assignments to gather evidence, perform surveillance and monitor court-authorized wiretaps.
- Partnered with other law enforcement agencies to target violent drug offenders in local communities.
- Worked with officials in foreign countries to share intelligence and target international criminals.
- Interviewed witnesses or suspects to obtain intelligence on illegal activities.
- Created and filed reports to document investigative activities.
- Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
- Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest to gather statements for use in criminal investigations.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
- Obtained warrants to search properties for evidence of criminal activity.
- Conducted background investigations for personnel security clearances.
- Delivered maximum levels of accuracy when conducting stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
Customs Inspector
US Customs
Baltimore, Maryland
12.1999 - 09.2002
- Reviewed immigration documentation for validity and asked targeted questions of each individual.
- Assessed individual eligibility for entrance into country based on paperwork, system information and direct interviews.
- Calculated duty fees and applicable taxes for incoming and outgoing shipments and notified individuals of liabilities.
- Communicated with travelers and shippers to promote understanding and compliance by translating complex legal jargon into simplified language.
- Inspected shipments, vehicles and individuals to identify and seize contraband.
- Interpreted and explained laws and regulations to travelers and shippers.
- Inspected cargo and parcels to document adherence with transportation and revenue laws.
- Calculated and assessed duties and taxes due on goods.
- Inspected cargo, baggage and personal articles entering or leaving U.S. for compliance with revenue laws and U.S. customs regulations.
- Identified and seized non-complying articles or undeclared merchandise and reported to applicable authorities for handling.
- Inspected freight, shipments and cargo to verify adherence to import and export regulations, noting suspected violations for further review.
Police Officer
Defense Protective Service
Arlington, VA
06.1991 - 12.1999
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Drove with precision and speed to follow and reach suspects in traffic chases.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
Education
Associate of Arts - Teaching - Secondary Education
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD12-2000
Skills
- Public safety and security
- Body language expert
- Evidence analysis
- Jury testifying
- Firearms Training
- Counterterrorism
Timeline
Special Agent
Homeland Security Investigations
09.2002 - 09.2022
Customs Inspector
US Customs
12.1999 - 09.2002
Police Officer
Defense Protective Service
06.1991 - 12.1999
Associate of Arts - Teaching - Secondary Education
Harford Community College