LORA J. CODY
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
Results-oriented Commissioned Officer with 22 years of experience in criminal investigation and risk assessment. Skilled in strategic planning and team collaboration, with a strong record in delivering advanced life support as a Critical Care Flight Paramedic in high-pressure environments.
Overview
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Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Commissioned Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
06.2001 - 06.2023
- Served 22 years as a Commissioned Officer in the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, ensuring community safety and law enforcement.
- Provided 30 years of emergency medical services as a Nationally Registered Paramedic and Critical Care provider, responding to urgent health crises.
- Enforced laws and maintained public safety through proactive patrols and community engagement.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, assessing situations and providing necessary support.
- Collaborated with local agencies to coordinate joint operations and resource sharing.
Detective, Homicide
11.2016 - 01.2023
- First Las Vegas Metropolitan Homicide Detective with a 100 % solve rate
- Investigated homicide and attempted homicide cases, collaborating with law enforcement and forensic teams to ensure thorough case resolution
- Executed tactical operations for homicide investigations, optimizing resource allocation and investigative strategies
- Cultivated partnerships with bureaus, specialized units, and external agencies to enhance collaborative efforts in homicide investigations
Detective, Sexual Assault Cold Case
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Led cold case sexual assault investigations (SAKI), focusing on case resolution and victim advocacy.
- Conducted thorough criminal investigations on sexually motivated crimes, ensuring justice for victims and accountability for offenders.
- Presented at national and international conferences for National Institute of Justice, sharing critical insights on advancing criminal justice practices.
Detective, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC)
06.2011 - 12.2015
- FBI Task Force Officer tasked with long term multi-jurisdictional investigations involving technology facilitated crimes against children
- Conducted covert child pornography investigations
- Conducted planned tactical operations to address child sexual exploitation
- Conducted education programs for the community regarding internet safety
- Prepare and present information regarding ICAC to regional COMPSTAT and ACTION meetings
Detective, Sexual Assault/Abuse
12.2007 - 06.2011
- Conducted criminal investigations on sexually motivated crimes, ensuring thorough evidence collection and victim support
- Conducted child forensic interviews with child victims of sexual assault, fostering a safe environment to elicit critical information
- Conducted investigations involving high profile subjects and allegations against department employees, maintaining integrity and transparency throughout the process
- Developed Sexual Assault Awareness programs for the community
Crisis Intervention Team
03.2007 - 10.2007
- Facilitated LVMPC Academy 40-hour CIT training to equip participants with essential crisis intervention techniques
- Co-developed LVMPC Crisis Intervention Team training program to enhance knowledge and skills of participants
- Presented current trends and CIT statistics to Clark County Commission and ACTION meetings to inform policy decisions and community strategies
- Built collaborative partnerships with Southern Nevada Health District, Las Vegas Mental Health and the LVMPC
Patrol Officer, Downtown Area Command
01.2002 - 03.2007
- Executed proactive policing strategies in fast-paced Area Command, enhancing community safety.
- Conducted street level narcotic investigations, robbery decoy operations, informant management, and executed search warrants over two years in PSU.
- Trained new officers through various stages of field training as Field Training Officer.
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Mercy Airlift Operations
Las Vegas, NV
01.1998 - 06.2021
- Delivered advanced life support during critical patient transport missions.
- Operated medical equipment and monitoring devices to support critical care during flight.
- Collaborated with flight crew to enhance safety and coordination during patient transport.
- Administered emergency medical services to victims, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
Education
Associate of Applied Sciences - Emergency Medicine
University of New Mexico Emergency Medicine Academy
Skills
- Criminal investigation
- Tactical operations
- Crisis management
- Risk assessment
- Training development
- Team collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Asset protection
- Criminal justice advocacy
- Professional demeanor
AWARDS and SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Nationally Registered Paramedic, 1996 to present, Blood Stain Pattern Recognition, 2017 to present, Bureau Commendation-Investigation and capture of a violent serial rapist 2011, Leadership Ascendancy, 2011, Child Forensic Interviewer, 2008, Awarded the Key to the City of Las Vegas, 2006, SOAR Award – Valor in Hurricane Katrina, 2006, Unit Meritorious Service Award – Relief efforts in Hurricane Katrina, 2005, Exemplary Service Award –Life Saving efforts in an infant death, 2005, Harry Reid Senatorial Recognition – CIT Exceptional Achievement, 2004, Shelley Berkley Congressional Recognition – CIT Exceptional Achievement, 2004, John Ensign Senatorial Recognition – CIT Exceptional Achievement, 2004, Instructor Development, 2004, Crisis intervention Team Officer, 2003
PARTNERING WITH THE COMMUNITY
- Led sexual assault awareness and prevention classes in local church organizations
- Presented Dark Side of Social Media to local charitable organizations
- Co-instructor for Martial Arts at Chuck Minker Sports Complex for at risk youth
INSTRUCTIONAL EXPERIENCE
- September 2016, presenter international Sexual Assault Symposium
- Internet and Social Media Safety-2011 to Present
- Law enforcement response for Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners-2009
- Sexual Assault Prevention-2007 to present
- Crisis Intervention Team-2007
- Recruit Basic First Aid-2002-2003
Certification
- Advanced Nevada POST Certificate
- Nationally Registered Paramedic/Critical Care
- Incident Command System 100, 200, 300, 400, 700
Accomplishments
- Las Vegas Metropolitan Police three time winner Unit Exemplary
- Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Meritorious Service Award
- Key to the City of Las Vegas for actions during hurricane Katrina
Timeline
Detective, Homicide
11.2016 - 01.2023
Detective, Sexual Assault Cold Case
12.2015 - 11.2016
Detective, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC)
06.2011 - 12.2015
Detective, Sexual Assault/Abuse
12.2007 - 06.2011
Crisis Intervention Team
03.2007 - 10.2007
Patrol Officer, Downtown Area Command
01.2002 - 03.2007
Commissioned Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
06.2001 - 06.2023
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Mercy Airlift Operations
01.1998 - 06.2021
Associate of Applied Sciences - Emergency Medicine
University of New Mexico Emergency Medicine Academy