Michael Rodgers

Narcotics Detective

City of Opelika

Opelika, Alabama

04.1999 - Current

Collaborated with Federal. State, and Local agencies to identify drug traffickers and dealers.
Investigated prescription drug fraud and forgeries cases throughout the State of Alabama.
Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest for use in criminal investigations.
Processed crime scenes by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and photos of scenes.
Obtained warrants to search properties for evidence of criminal activity.
Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events during extensive drug investigations.
Testified in Municipal, State, and Federal court for various cases.
Maintained accurate records of all investigations conducted and evidence collected.
Identified and apprehended suspects involved in illegal narcotic activities through the use of confidential sources and hands on work.
Performed undercover work and organized operational plans to insure safety of all parties involved.
Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
Taught classes to new Officer Recruits about drug awareness, drug safety, and processing of evidence.
Taught drug awareness and safety classes to new Emergency Medical Technician students at South Union State Community College in Opelika
Responded to calls related to drug-related crimes, overdose deaths and suspicious activity.
Provided assistance to other officers during arrests or raids conducted by local police departments, state agencies and federal agencies.
Investigated cases involving possession, manufacture, and distribution of controlled substances.
Completed and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
Developed and coordinated with confidential sources to perform undercover investigations.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Obtained and executed Federal and State search and arrest warrants.
Worked in undercover capacity to investigate drug organization resulting in successful prosecution of numerous federal and state cases.