LESLIE WRIGHT
Blue Ridge,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented investigator with 10+ years of investigative and analytical experience across law enforcement and insurance claims environments. Skilled in Special Investigations Unit (SIU) techniques including fraud detection, evidence preservation, investigative interviewing, scene analysis, and documentation of complex incidents. Experienced in evaluating claims, identifying potential fraud indicators, and preparing thorough investigative reports suitable for legal and administrative review. Known for strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive investigations while maintaining excellent policyholder relations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Independent Multi-Line & Catastrophe Adjuster
Independent Multi-Line & Catastrophe Adjuster
01.2025 - Current
- Conduct field investigations for homeowners, commercial, liability, and catastrophe claims.
- Perform loss inspections, damage analysis, and documentation in accordance with carrier guidelines.
- Identify inconsistencies, potential fraud indicators, and causation factors.
- Prepare detailed investigative reports and estimates using Xactimate X1 and Symbility.
- Communicate investigative findings to carriers and claims teams.
Conservation Police Officer II - Senior Officer
Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources
Virginia, USA
01.2018 - Current
- Conduct complex investigations involving regulatory violations, accidents, and environmental crimes.
- Perform scene analysis, evidence collection, and witness interviews to determine causation and liability.
- Certified in Boat Accident Reconstruction and Crime Scene Analysis.
- Utilize advanced interview and interrogation techniques to identify deception and establish factual timelines.
- Prepare comprehensive investigative reports for court proceedings and administrative review.
- Execute warrants, conduct searches, and collaborate with multi-agency investigative teams.
Police Officer
Roanoke City Police Department
Roanoke, Virginia, USA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Investigated vehicle crashes, property crimes, and fraud-related complaints.
- Conducted suspect interviews, witness statements, and evidence documentation.
- Processed crime scenes and compiled investigative reports used in criminal prosecution.
- Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) certified with training in de-escalation and crisis response.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology
Liberty University
Skills
- Fraud Detection & SIU Investigations
- Investigative Interviewing
- Evidence Collection & Documentation
- Claims Investigation
- Liability Analysis
- Accident Reconstruction
- Surveillance Documentation
- Xactimate X1
- Symbility
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Records Management Systems
- Estimating software
- Claims investigation
- Damage assessment
Websites
Timeline
Part-Time Independent Multi-Line & Catastrophe Adjuster
Independent Multi-Line & Catastrophe Adjuster
01.2025 - Current
Conservation Police Officer II - Senior Officer
Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources
01.2018 - Current
Police Officer
Roanoke City Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology
Liberty University
Proficient In
- Fraud Detection & SIU Investigations
- Investigative Interviewing
- Evidence Collection & Documentation
- Claims Investigation
- Liability Analysis
- Accident Reconstruction
- Surveillance Documentation
- Xactimate X1
- Symbility
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Records Management Systems