KENDALL BROWN
Suffolk,Virginia
Summary
Investigator with proven expertise in planning and carrying out professional investigations into criminal and civil matters. Serves client needs with tenacious dedication to obtaining documentation of unlawful or unsavory activities. Skilled in report writing and legal testimony.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder
Legacy Blue LLC (Private Investigative Services)
03.2024 - Current
Task Force Officer
United States Drug Enforcement Administration
01.2013 - 06.2023
- Investigated community impact investigations, while enforcing the nation's narcotic laws and enhancing the public health, safety and national security
- Conducted investigations in the United States and abroad
- Lead Investigator responsible for one of the largest narcotic seizures, in the Hampton Roads Area of Virginia
- Recipient of (5) United States Attorney's Office Awards recognizing outstanding public service to the nation and the community
- Recipient of (2) Awards from the Drug Enforcement Administration for outstanding contributions in the field of narcotic enforcement
- Recognized as one of Hampton Roads Top Cops from The Hampton Roads Crime Line for 2020.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Prepared for federal, municipal and county court hearings.
- Provided oversight in various investigations involving money laundering, major crimes, narcotics.
Special Investigations Unit
Hampton Police Division
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Worked together with local, state, and federal investigators to evaluate and implement operational plans to target illicit drug and vice trouble spots, within the City of Hampton, Virginia
- Supervised the criminal interdiction team which addresses violent and quality of life crimes, by targeting criminal hot spots in the City of Hampton.
Mobile Response Team (M.R.T.)
Hampton Police Division
01.2001 - 01.2011
- Served as a team member in 2001 and left as the Deputy Commander in 2011, after taking assignment with the Drug Enforcement Task Force (D.E.A.)
- Provided and conducted training for the (30) officer team in Civil Disturbance Operations, in local and federally funded schools
- Trained in tactical operations and executive protection.
Crimes Against Persons Unit
Hampton Police Division
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Responsible for investigating major crimes, to include homicide, robbery, Maiming, and other serious and violent felony crimes
- Gained extensive experience in writing search warrants, court orders for phone records
- Worked several local investigations that were adopted for federal prosecution by the F.B.I, to include working on bank robbery task force.
Police Corporal
Hampton Police Division
01.2004 - 01.2011
- Served as a first line supervisor on various shifts for uniform patrol
- Managed daily operations and deployment of resources, for up 14 officers and responsible for 8 patrol districts
- Responsible for yearly performance evaluations for uniform officers under command.
Uniformed Officer
Hampton Police Division
09.1998 - 03.2004
- Conducted routine patrol and criminal interdiction, community policing, traffic, and DUI enforcement
- Field and General Instructor for the police division
- Provided continued training for new and veteran officers.
- Conducted surveillance to detect suspicious activity.
- Responded to calls regarding domestic disturbances and civil complaints.
- Reported safety and fire hazards observed on routine patrols and during inspections.
- Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
Education
Accounting
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VASkills
- Investigation leadership
- Undercover operations
- Litigation Support
- Covert Video Recording
- Innovation and Creativity
- Background Checks
- Courtroom Testimony
- Evidence Gathering
- Surveillance
- Stakeouts
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Co-Founder
Legacy Blue LLC (Private Investigative Services)
03.2024 - Current
Task Force Officer
United States Drug Enforcement Administration
01.2013 - 06.2023
Special Investigations Unit
Hampton Police Division
01.2011 - 01.2013
Crimes Against Persons Unit
Hampton Police Division
01.2007 - 01.2011
Police Corporal
Hampton Police Division
01.2004 - 01.2011
Mobile Response Team (M.R.T.)
Hampton Police Division
01.2001 - 01.2011
Uniformed Officer
Hampton Police Division
09.1998 - 03.2004
Accounting
Norfolk State University
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