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Overview
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Matthew Cox

South Chesterfield,VA

Summary

Dedicated police officer with extensive experience at Hopewell Police Department, excelling in patrol-level criminal investigations and report writing. Proven ability to build relationships and de-escalate conflicts, significantly reducing crime through proactive community engagement. Demonstrated integrity and sound judgment in high-pressure situations, contributing to successful prosecutions and enhanced public safety.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Hopewell Police Department
07.2021 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.

Sheriff's Deputy

Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office
02.2018 - 07.2018
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.

Education

Christian Exodus School
Powhatan, VA

Power Line Worker Program -

Southside Virginia Community College
Blackstone, VA

Skills

  • Report writing
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Relationship building and management
  • Criminal investigations

Accomplishments

Combat Ribbon Award

Excellent Police Duty Award (x3)

Unit Citation (x8)

Firearms Ribbon

Employee of the Month May 2023


Certification

Field Training Officer

Intox/IR II (Intoxilizer)

Crisis Intervention Team


Timeline

Police Officer

Hopewell Police Department
07.2021 - Current

Sheriff's Deputy

Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office
02.2018 - 07.2018

Christian Exodus School

Power Line Worker Program -

Southside Virginia Community College

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