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Jessica Stone

Trumbull

Summary

Accomplished Police Detective with the New Haven Police Department, skilled in advanced interrogation and case management. Proven track record in successful investigations and mentoring junior staff. Proficient in law enforcement applications and open-source queries, enhancing evidence analysis and case development. Recognized for strong negotiation skills and commitment to ethical standards.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Detective

New Haven Police Department
New Haven
03.2013 - Current
  • Led multiple investigations into homicide, robbery, burglary, and assault cases, resulting in successful apprehension of suspects and convictions
  • Analyzed evidence from crime scenes, including DNA samples, fingerprint analysis, and ballistics, cell phone records to establish the facts of the case
  • Interrogated suspects using advanced interrogation techniques, leading to confessions and successful prosecutions
  • Collaborated with other agencies and prosecutors to build strong cases
  • Mentored junior detectives and patrol officers in investigative techniques
  • Proficient in the application of criminal law and court procedures, case development, legal documentation, report writing, arrest and search warrant preparation
  • Hand selected Internal affairs assignment (2021-2022.) Investigated officer misconduct, including, violation of department policy, officer use of force, breach of public trust and applied appropriate General Orders to findings of investigations. Detailed records of investigative activities while adhering to strict ethical guidelines.
  • Selected to be a Hostage Crisis Negotiator (2022-2025)
  • Utilize Open-Source queries, Instagram, Facebook and law enforcement applications; Accurint, OpsCenter, RMS, Lynx and Slack to enhance investigations

Police Explorers/Cadet Supervisor

New Haven Police Department
New Haven
01.2008 - 01.2022
  • Implement Explorer program within the city
  • Supervised and mentored a cohort of police cadets, providing training, guidance and performance evaluations to prepare them for careers in law enforcement
  • Liaison between cadets and department leadership, ensuring alignment with departmental standards and expectations

New Haven Police Patrol Officer

New Haven Police Department
New Haven
01.2007 - 01.2013
  • Responsible for providing a wide array of police services to the City of New Haven for the purpose of preventing and detecting crime, preserving the public peace and well-being, protecting life and property, investigating the following: multiple degrees of criminal activity, motor vehicle violations and accidents, and suspicious activities.
  • Under regular supervision, perform basic law enforcement services in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the New Haven Department of Police Service in compliance with governing federal, state, and local laws.
  • Engage with the community daily to better understand the issues facing the residents of New Haven.
  • Selected temporary assignment Street Interdiction Unit 2010-2011 addressed quality of life issues, prostitution, narcotics and firearms.

Education

Master’s Degree - Criminal Investigations

University of New Haven
300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, CT 06516
01.2016

Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
524 West 59th Street, New York, NY 10019
01.2006

Skills

  • Patience and perseverance
  • Negotiation skills
  • Patience and persistence
  • Law Enforcement Applications
  • Open-source research
  • Mentoring junior staff
  • Case management
  • Report writing

Military Experience

  • New York/Connecticut Army National Guard/Reserves, Engineer, Sergeant (E-5) (2001-2005)
  • Mosul, Iraq, (2004-2005) Combat Veteran
  • Connecticut Army Reserves, Drill Sergeant, Staff Sergeant (E-6), 2005-2012

Timeline

Police Detective

New Haven Police Department
03.2013 - Current

Police Explorers/Cadet Supervisor

New Haven Police Department
01.2008 - 01.2022

New Haven Police Patrol Officer

New Haven Police Department
01.2007 - 01.2013

Master’s Degree - Criminal Investigations

University of New Haven

Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice