LACY GRAHAM
Shannon,NC
Summary
To contribute my training, education, and experience to an organization that values consistent, high-quality performance.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Asset Protection Investigator
Walmart
Raeford, North Carolina
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted surveillance to identify theft and fraud incidents.
- Assisted in investigations of suspicious activities within the store environment.
- Collaborated with law enforcement on theft-related cases and security breaches.
- Monitored video footage to gather evidence for investigations.
- Reported findings to management for further action and policy improvement.
- Ascertained, investigated, and alleviated internal and external theft and fraud.
- Investigated shoplifting incidents, apprehended suspects, and recovered stolen merchandise.
Sergeant Campus Police
Methodist University College
Fayetteville, North Carolina
08.2018 - 01.2023
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Execute routine safety audits and property inspections on-campus and off-campus to maintain regulatory standards and campus integrity.
Narcotics/Road Patrol Officer
Red Springs Police Department
Red Springs, North Carolina
03.2013 - 06.2018
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety and community security.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and support.
- Conducted traffic stops to enforce laws and ensure compliance.
- Collaborated with local agencies to address community concerns effectively.
- Monitored surveillance systems for suspicious activity or incidents.
- Conducted traffic stops for violations of motor vehicle laws.
- Responded to emergency calls, including accidents and domestic disturbances.
- Interviewed victims of crimes to collect information about the incident.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on daily activities that included details of all incidents handled.
Sergeant Specialist Criminal Intelligence Unit/Gang Boss
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
Fayetteville, North Carolina
10.2009 - 07.2012
- Coordinated communication between law enforcement and community members.
- Developed and implemented policies for operational efficiency.
- Facilitated public outreach programs to enhance community relations.
- Conducted research to support case investigations and reports.
- Assisted in the preparation of detailed incident reports and documentation.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff during operations.
- Analyzed data for crime trends to inform strategic decision-making.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Supervised and coordinated activities focused on gang awareness, intelligence gathering, and community safety initiatives.
- Monitored evolving gang trends, and provided regular updates and briefings to supervisory personnel and partner agencies.
- Managed documentation and record-keeping for all gang-related data, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
Sergeant Specialist Road Patrol Supervisor
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
Fayetteville, North Carolina
06.2007 - 10.2009
- Supervise and lead road patrol officers to maintain public safety and enforce laws, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and regulations.
- Coordinate daily patrol operations, including scheduling, deployment, and resource allocation, to maximize coverage and operational efficiency.
- Respond to critical incidents and emergencies, providing on-scene leadership, assessing situations, and making rapid decisions to resolve conflicts, and secure the area.
- Conduct performance evaluations, training, and mentoring of patrol officers to foster professional development, improve skills, and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Oversee investigations related to traffic violations, criminal activity, and accidents; collect evidence, and prepare detailed reports and documentation.
- Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies, emergency services, and community organizations to promote coordinated response and public safety initiatives.
- Manage administrative tasks such as reviewing patrol reports, maintaining records, and ensuring accuracy in documentation, and legal compliance.
- Implement crime prevention strategies and community outreach programs to strengthen community relations, and reduce criminal activity.
- Enforce traffic and road safety laws, conduct regular patrols, and oversee accident investigations to enhance road safety in the jurisdiction.
Sergeant Specialist Courthouse Security
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
Fayetteville, North Carolina
03.2002 - 06.2007
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of courthouse security staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and courthouse policies.
- Conduct security screenings of all individuals entering courthouse premises, including the detection of weapons and prohibited items.
- Monitor courthouse entrances, courtrooms, hallways, and other sensitive areas using surveillance systems and physical patrols to detect and prevent security breaches.
- Maintain courtroom order by managing detainee movements, supporting judges and court staff, and intervening in conflicts effectively and professionally.
- Lead emergency preparedness drills, coordinate emergency responses, and manage evacuation procedures when necessary.
- Collaborate with local law enforcement agencies and judicial personnel to address security concerns, and implement new security measures.
- Prepare detailed incident reports, maintain logs, and document security events and interventions with accuracy.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate courthouse security personnel to ensure high standards of performance and professionalism.
- Enforce compliance with courtroom decorum, legal requirements, and public safety regulations.
- Maintain a visible security presence to deter criminal activity, and reassure court staff and visitors of a safe environment.
Sergeant Road Patrol Supervisor
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
Fayetteville, North Carolina
02.2001 - 03.2002
- Supervise, coordinate, and direct day-to-day patrol operations across assigned roadways or jurisdictions, ensuring the safety of citizens and compliance with traffic and criminal laws.
- Lead and mentor a team of patrol officers, conducting regular performance evaluations and providing guidance to improve operational effectiveness.
- Respond promptly to emergency calls, assess situations, and implement appropriate law enforcement responses to traffic accidents, violations, or criminal activities.
- Develop and enforce policies and procedures for patrol activities, including traffic safety, accident investigation, and citation processing.
- Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies, emergency services, and community organizations to promote coordinated public safety initiatives.
- Conduct internal investigations, incident reporting, and prepare detailed documentation for legal proceedings and departmental records.
- Organize and oversee officer training in traffic enforcement techniques, emergency protocols, and use of law enforcement technology and equipment.
- Analyze traffic patterns and crime data to formulate and apply crime prevention measures tailored to high-risk areas.
- Facilitate communication between patrol officers and upper management to ensure mission alignment and operational readiness.
Deputy Sheriff
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
Fayetteville, North Carolina
09.1996 - 02.2001
- Enforce laws and ordinances, conduct patrols to deter crime, monitor suspicious activity, and provide a visible presence to enhance community safety.
- Investigate crimes by interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, writing incident reports, and supporting prosecution through court testimony.
- Monitor and enforce traffic laws, conduct DUI investigations, issue citations, and assist with accident investigations.
- Execute warrants, arrest suspects legally, and maintain the custody and safety of inmates or detainees.
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation that is essential for legal processes and departmental requirements.
Deputy Sheriff, Civil Divison
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
Fayetteville, North Carolina
04.1996 - 09.1999
- Serve civil legal documents, including evictions, summonses, subpoenas, writs of attachment, possession, and execution, in accordance with county and state regulations.
- Conduct lawful evictions, ensuring the safety of all parties involved, and coordinate with relevant agencies to smooth the process.
- Execute arrest warrants pertaining to civil matters, and coordinate with local law enforcement agencies to apprehend suspects.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of all served documents, court appearances, and enforcement actions for legal and departmental use.
Special Operation Deputy
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
Fayetteville, North Carolina
09.1992 - 04.1996
- Conduct high-risk warrant services, including arrests and searches, ensuring the safety of team members and the public, while adhering to legal guidelines.
- Perform detailed surveillance and intelligence gathering to assist in investigations of organized crime, terrorism, and other high-priority threats.
- Investigate, analyze, and evaluate crime scenes, including area interviews.
- Collaborate closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, executing coordinated operations, and sharing actionable intelligence.
- Prepare statements and documents for felony files; write a felony report for submission to the District Attorney's Office; review the case file for completion.
- Bike patrol in the neighborhoods assigned area of the county.
Deputy Sheriff
Hoke County Sheriff's Office
Raeford, North Carolina
12.1990 - 09.1992
- Enforce local, state, and federal laws to maintain order and safety.
- Patrol assigned areas to deter and detect criminal activity.
- Respond promptly to emergency calls, accidents, and incidents.
- Conduct criminal investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare detailed reports.
- Perform traffic stops and enforce traffic laws, including DUI enforcement.
- Apprehend suspects, execute warrants, and carry out lawful arrests while respecting individual rights.
- Provide courtroom testimony related to arrests and investigations.
- Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate operations.
- Engage in community outreach, educational programs, and crisis intervention efforts.
- Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, arrests, and investigations.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Orange High School
East Orange, NJ06-1974
Skills
- Surveillance techniques
- Evidence gathering
- Incident reporting
- Fraud investigation
- Policy enforcement
- Community engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis management
- Problem solving
- Asset recovery
- Crime prevention
- Physical security
- Video monitoring
- Investigative techniques
- Shoplifting deterrence
- Loss prevention training
- Surveillance
- CCTV operation
- Law enforcement
- Asset protection
- Theft prevention
- Investigative interviewing
Accomplishments
- USMC Good Conduct Medal (3)
- USMC Rifle-Expert Badge (16th Award)
- USMC Letter of Appreciation
- Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (3)
Training
- Basic Law Enforcement Training 1991
- DCI Training 1997
- Field Training Officer 2000
- Intoxilyzer 2000
- First Line Supervisor 2001
- Court Security Seminar 2002
- Radar 2002
- Multijurisdictional Counterdrug Task Force 2010
- Street Gang Investigation 2010
- Street Crimes 2010
- Intellectual Property Theft and Organized Crimes 2011
Certification
- Virginia Gang Investigation 2010
- North Carolina Gang Investigation 2010
- South Carolina Gang Investigation 2011
Timeline
Asset Protection Investigator
Walmart
09.2024 - Current
Sergeant Campus Police
Methodist University College
08.2018 - 01.2023
Narcotics/Road Patrol Officer
Red Springs Police Department
03.2013 - 06.2018
Sergeant Specialist Criminal Intelligence Unit/Gang Boss
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
10.2009 - 07.2012
Sergeant Specialist Road Patrol Supervisor
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
06.2007 - 10.2009
Sergeant Specialist Courthouse Security
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
03.2002 - 06.2007
Sergeant Road Patrol Supervisor
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
02.2001 - 03.2002
Deputy Sheriff
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
09.1996 - 02.2001
Deputy Sheriff, Civil Divison
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
04.1996 - 09.1999
Special Operation Deputy
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
09.1992 - 04.1996
Deputy Sheriff
Hoke County Sheriff's Office
12.1990 - 09.1992
High School Diploma -
East Orange High School