Leah Wise
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
I have been an Officer and Detective with the Albuquerque Police Department for approximately 16 years. I have prepared for the role of a supervisor by gaining valuable investigative experience and problem-solving abilities. I am known for a strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing circumstances. I believe I bring experience, not only from my extensive and rewarding career as an investigator but also as a Field Services Bureau officer.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Gang Detective
Albuquerque Police Department
11.2022 - Current
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Obtain and serve arrest warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Assume apprehension responsibility for suspect(s) with active arrest warrants to assist other units in the apprehension of their offenders.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Mentored junior detectives to improve their investigative skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Participated in undercover operations as needed for specific investigations, gaining valuable intel on suspect(s) activities.
- Certifications: Basic Undercover Techniques and Investigations, BBS Narcotics Enforcement Training: Drug Investigation Class, LCI Services Rolling Surveillance and Rolling Surveillance II, LCI Services Undercover Field Operations, BBS Narcotics Enforcement Training: Informants Class.
Homicide Detective
Albuquerque Police Department
03.2020 - 11.2022
- Take and maintain case responsibility for homicide investigations through the initial on-scene investigation, development of leads, interviews, evidence collection, case completion, and prosecution of the cases while assisting the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office.
- Interviewed witnesses effectively, obtaining crucial details that contributed significantly to solving homicide cases.
- Managed heavy caseloads while maintaining focus on each individual investigations needs and requirements.
- Trial preparations and testimony in court proceedings, presenting clear and concise evidence that led to numerous convictions of guilty parties.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Obtain arrest warrants for offenders identified in homicide cases.
- Certified in Homicide Investigations through Southwest Police Institute, Medicolegal Death Investigation, CID Cast Cellular Analyst, Detection of Deception, Critical Interviewing, Con-Coercive Interrogation, and Reading Body Language.
Officer, Field Services Bureau
Albuquerque Police Department
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Responded to calls for service in the Northwest and Southwest Area Commands.
- Developed partnerships with the community and relationships with community stakeholders.
- Worked with a team to continuously improve our area command and community.
- Collected and documented information in required reports.
- Managed scenes during violent encounters or dangerous incidents.
- Certifications: Acting Sergeant Supervisor Training Course, Field Training and Evaluation, Program (FTO), Patrol Rifle Certification, 40mm Direct Impact Less Lethal Weapon.
Homicide Detective
Albuquerque Police Department
03.2015 - 10.2017
- Take and maintain case responsibility for homicide investigations through the initial on-scene investigation, development of leads, interviews, evidence collection, case completion, and prosecution of the cases while assisting the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office.
- Interviewed witnesses effectively, obtaining crucial details that contributed significantly to solving homicide cases.
- Managed heavy caseloads while maintaining focus on each individual investigations needs and requirements.
- Trial preparations and testimony in court proceedings, presenting clear and concise evidence that led to numerous convictions of guilty parties.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Obtain arrest warrants for offenders identified in homicide cases.
- Certified in Homicide Investigations through Southwest Police Institute, Medicolegal Death Investigation, CID Cast Cellular Analyst, Detection of Deception, Critical Interviewing, Con-Coercive Interrogation, and Reading Body Language.
Crisis Intervention Unit Detective
Albuquerque Police Department
09.2011 - 03.2015
- Provided resources, services, and case management to individuals suffering with a mental illness, personality disorder, substance abuse, and/or individuals in crisis.
- Conducted home visits with individuals who might be in need of services.
- Worked with Medical and mental health providers.
- Facilitated and assisted with training for our department and other departments to develop and implement training and understanding of persons in crisis.
- I also worked as a scribe, secondary, and primary negotiator with the APD Crisis Negotiation Team.
- Certifications: Crisis Intervention Team, First Crisis Summit Mental Health Training, Crisis Response Train the Trainer, HB93 Crisis Response Facilitator, General Police Instructor Certification, Basic Crisis Negotiation, Advanced Crisis Negotiation, Verbal Defense and Influence Instructor, Instructor International CIT Conference, Scenario Facilitator, Interviewing Children with Disabilities, Reading Body Language.
Officer, Field Services Bureau
Albuquerque Police Department
06.2007 - 09.2011
- I served many area commands while a field services officers with the Albuquerque Police Department.
- During my time with Field Services I also worked served as a bike patrol Officer, Collateral Officer with the APD Horse Mounted Unit, and an Acting Sergeant.
- Certifications: IPMBA Police Cycling, Riders Elite Academy, Mounted Police Basic Training Program Certification (200 hours), 3-Day Fundamental Horsemanship Training, and Field Services Operations (ERT).
Education
No Degree - General
Whactom Community College
237 W Kellogg Rd, Bellingham, WA 9822606-1999
Skills
- Interview techniques
- Team leadership skills
- Information gathering
- Collecting evidence
- Legal knowledge
- Interrogation skills
- Conducting investigations
- Witness interviewing
- Crime scene investigation
- Victim support
- Preparing for court
- Leading team operations
- Evaluating crime scenes
- Affidavits
- Collaborating with other agencies
- Under cover investigations
- Training
- Negotiations
Timeline
Gang Detective
Albuquerque Police Department
11.2022 - Current
Homicide Detective
Albuquerque Police Department
03.2020 - 11.2022
Officer, Field Services Bureau
Albuquerque Police Department
06.2018 - 10.2019
Homicide Detective
Albuquerque Police Department
03.2015 - 10.2017
Crisis Intervention Unit Detective
Albuquerque Police Department
09.2011 - 03.2015
Officer, Field Services Bureau
Albuquerque Police Department
06.2007 - 09.2011
No Degree - General
Whactom Community College
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