Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Professional Awards Commendations
Certifications Specialized Coursework
Professional Skills Profile
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Matthew Scott Piper

4532 Echols Drive Sharon,SC

Summary

Dynamic Criminal Investigator with over a decade of extensive experience in law enforcement, specializing in forensic science techniques and investigative research. Proven track record in enhancing case success through meticulous evidence analysis and effective courtroom testimony. Skilled in fostering community trust and inter-agency collaboration, significantly contributing to public safety and justice. Adept at handling a wide range of investigations, from financial crimes to homicide cases, and experienced in leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies to drive successful outcomes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Criminal Investigator

York City Police Department
York, SC
07.2018 - Current
  • Task Force Officer (TFO) with the United States Department of Homeland Security.
  • Functioned in the capacity of Task Force Officer for Border Enforcement Security Task Force.
  • Conducted long-term federal investigations into narcotics, trafficking, money laundering, organized retail crime.
  • General/Digital Forensics Field Officer with the York County Multi-Jurisdictional Forensics Unit (FSU).
  • Investigated evidence at crime scenes to create detailed cases focusing on bodies, locations, and critical factors.
  • Developed, maintained case and evidence reports for legal procedures.
  • Provide expert testimony to strengthen case evidence.
  • Collaborate with federal agencies, including the FBI, Secret Service, ATF, Homeland Security, and U.S Marshals

School Resource Officer

York City Police Department
York, SC
08.2015 - 07.2018
  • Executed frequent inspections to ensure safety and security standards.
  • Collaborated with school district, administration, teachers, and staff to develop crisis plans.
  • Addressed campus security situations swiftly to maintain safety.
  • Managed active incidents to increase overall security standards and ensure public protection.
  • Instructed staff on correct safety procedures.
  • Strictly enforced security measures through removal of non-compliant entities.

Patrol & Traffic Officer

York City Police Department
York, SC
07.2013 - 08.2015
  • Cultivated strong community relationships with citizens to enhance trust.
  • Acquired information crucial for judicial proceedings.
  • Provided assistance in enforcing traffic laws during patrol operations.
  • Executed routine patrols to safeguard public.

Skills

Investigative Techniques:

  • Monitoring Techniques
  • Investigative Research Skills
  • Intelligence Gathering Techniques
  • Evidence Analysis
  • Undercover Operations
  • Financial Crime Investigations
  • Surveillance and Apprehension Techniques

Forensic Science:

  • Applied Forensic Science Techniques
  • Blood Spatter Analysis
  • Forensic Photography
  • Forensic Laboratory Protocols
  • Homicide Case Management
  • Evidence Collection Expertise

Technology and Systems:

  • Cyber Investigation Skills
  • Surveillance System Implementation
  • Basic Crime Scene Photography

Communication and Reporting:

  • Courtroom Testimony Proficiency
  • Comprehensive Report Writing
  • Outstanding Communication Skills

Leadership and Collaboration:

  • Meticulous Investigator with excellent leadership abilities
  • Highly perceptive with a strong commitment to follow-through and an analytical mindset
  • Team-oriented approach to public safety and private security issues
  • Skilled in fostering agency and organizational partnerships to reach objectives
  • Over a decade of experience and proficiency in both digital and field investigation

Professional Awards Commendations

  • Officer of the Year, 2021, Optimist Club of York
  • Officer of the Year, 2017, York City Police Department
  • Police Good Conduct Award, 2017, York City Police Department

Certifications Specialized Coursework

  • General Forensics Professional Certificate, Forensic Science, CPCC, Charlotte, NC
  • Basic Law Enforcement: South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
  • Basic Jail: South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
  • Certified Fire Fighter: State of South Carolina
  • Basic Crime Scene Academy
  • Fingerprint Recognition and Comparison
  • Responding to Unexplained Child Deaths
  • Gunshot Wounds and Forensic Evidence
  • Legal Aspects of Crime Scene Searches
  • Analysis of Wound Injuries and Patterns
  • Basic Crime Scene Photography
  • Investigation of Strangulation and Forensic Evidence
  • Crime Scene Forensics
  • Child Death Investigations
  • Flies, Foliage, and Features - A Study of Anthropology and Entomology
  • Basic Bloodstain Pattern Analysis - Collection and Documentation of Samples
  • Shooting Reconstruction

Professional Skills Profile

  • Meticulous investigator with excellent leadership abilities
  • Highly perceptive with a strong commitment to follow-through and an analytical mindset
  • Outstanding communication skills and a proven background in security management
  • Team-oriented approach to public safety and private security issues
  • Skilled in fostering agency and organizational partnerships to reach objectives
  • Over a decade of experience and proficiency in both digital and field investigations

Timeline

Criminal Investigator

York City Police Department
07.2018 - Current

School Resource Officer

York City Police Department
08.2015 - 07.2018

Patrol & Traffic Officer

York City Police Department
07.2013 - 08.2015
Matthew Scott Piper