LaDarius Johnson
Westwego,LA
Summary
Results-driven leader specializing in complex investigations and multi-agency operations. Demonstrated success in resource management, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective Sergeant
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, LA
08.2021 - Current
- Supervised complex investigations that would be tried at a federal level.
- Managed active crime scenes, coordinating resources and maintaining operational order.
- Reviewed reports, arrest warrants, and search warrants for compliance and accuracy.
- Initiated investigations based on public complaints and departmental referrals.
- Oversaw payroll and scheduling for personnel to ensure efficient operations.
- Coordinated joint operations with various state and federal law enforcement agencies.
- Planned and executed covert surveillance operations to gather critical intelligence.
Patrol Sergeant
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, Louisiana
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Reviewed incident reports for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Managed scheduling and deployment of personnel for patrol assignments.
- Supervised patrol activities, ensuring that laws were enforced in accordance with department policies and procedures.
- Inspected equipment used by patrol officers on a regular basis; ensured proper maintenance was conducted according to policy.
Detective
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, Louisiana
03.2017 - 05.2020
- Conducted thorough investigations on criminal cases in New Orleans neighborhoods.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting investigative findings and case progress.
- Testified in court as a key witness regarding case details and investigative processes.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with department policy and state law.
- Analyzed evidence collected from crime scenes to identify potential suspects.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation of criminal activities.
Task Force Officer
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, Louisiana
02.2015 - 03.2017
- Prepared detailed reports documenting findings from narcotics investigations.
- Searched vehicles, buildings, and individuals for contraband drugs or evidence of criminal activity.
- Identified trends in drug use within the community by monitoring street-level sales activities as well as collecting intelligence data from informants.
- Developed sources within the community to identify persons involved in drug trafficking activities.
- Performed undercover investigations of illegal drug activity, including purchasing narcotics from suspected dealers.
- Conducted high-risk operations employing tactical techniques and equipment.
Patrol Officer
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, Louisiana
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Responded to emergency calls and provided timely assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents and activities for record-keeping.
- Responded to radio dispatches regarding disturbances or criminal acts in progress.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
- Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
- Assisted with crowd control at special events or protests.
Police Officer Recruit
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, Louisiana
05.2013 - 11.2013
- Graduated from New Orleans Police Department's Police Academy
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12-2012
Skills
- Criminal investigation
- Report writing
- Surveillance techniques
- Evidence analysis
- Case management
- Interagency collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership skills
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Preparing for court
- Case reviews
- Testifying skills
- Interviewing witnesses
- Investigative techniques
Affiliations
- Cooking
- Astrology
- Greek Mythology
- Exercise
Accomplishments
- Supervisor of the Quarter
- Featured on A&E Documentary Television Show "Night Watch"
- 5X Recipient for Officer of the Month
- Recipient of Superintendent Challenge Coin
- 2x Recipient of Unit Citation recognizing arrests and investigative achievements
- Recipient of Medal of Achievement recognizing an investigative achievement
Certification
- REID Interview Techniques
- Crisis Intervention Training
- LA POST
- First Aid
- CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Detective Sergeant
New Orleans Police Department
08.2021 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
New Orleans Police Department
05.2020 - 07.2021
Detective
New Orleans Police Department
03.2017 - 05.2020
Task Force Officer
New Orleans Police Department
02.2015 - 03.2017
Patrol Officer
New Orleans Police Department
11.2013 - 01.2015
Police Officer Recruit
New Orleans Police Department
05.2013 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi