Nicholas Lombardi
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Highly driven investigator bringing approximately 10 years of experience in law enforcement. Specializing in criminal investigations, undercover work, and surveillance. Effective at writing detailed reports and affidavits. Proficient at interviewing suspects and gaining informants by applying persuasive communication skills and understanding of the law. Adept at building solid cases, testifying in court and grand jury proceedings. Proven investigator with self-motivation and an outstanding work ethic who is dedicated to being an exemplary law enforcement official and a principled person.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gang Unit Detective
Cleveland Police Department
2021.02 - Current
- Sought after and recruited to Gang Unit to conduct investigations after multiple successful investigations in the Vice Unit
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution
- Utilized surveillance techniques and procedures to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases
- Conducted multi-scope research into criminal gangs and its members to determine criminal activities and operating environments
- Participated in the arrests of hundreds of individuals related to weapon and drug offenses, including murder and robbery suspects, a ring of vehicle thefts, and the dismantling of multiple criminal gangs
- Appeared in court and testified under oath at grand jury proceedings and criminal cases
- Employed full time and on duty approximately 40 hours a week
- $40.00 per hour
- Supervised by Lieutenant Christopher Mobley: 216- 798-7460
Vice Detective
Cleveland Police Department
2019.08 - 2021.02
- Surpassed expectations as bureau detective and promoted to vice detective
- Investigated citizen complaints by conducting interviews and compiling evidence
- Developed informants providing information about illegal drug and liquor activities
- Conducted personal, property, and event surveillance
- Organized street buys to identify and arrest local dealers
- Drafted, obtained, and executed search warrants related to ongoing criminal investigations
- Appeared in court and testified under oath at grand jury proceedings and criminal cases
- Coordinated and concluded several month long investigations, 15 liquor inspections, and multiple arrests for crimes related to prostitution, liquor, narcotics, and weapons
- Employed full time and on duty approximately 40 hours a week
- $32.00 per hour
- Supervised by Lieutenant Ralph Valentino: 216- 262-0945
Bureau Detective
Cleveland Police Department
2019.04 - 2019.08
- Investigated various criminal acts, including crimes of aggravated assault, robbery, and burglary
- Analyzed criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence for court cases
- Consulted and cooperated with prosecutors and supervisors to verify a timely and efficient investigation
- Successfully solved multiple investigations which resulted in a 100 percent conviction rate
- Employed full time and on duty approximately 40 hours a week
- $32.00 per hour
- Supervised by Sergeant Neil Hutchinson: 216- 406-6044
Police Officer
Cleveland Police Department
2014.08 - 2019.04
- Investigated reports of automobile accidents, criminal activity, and damage to property
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the community
- Purchased gifts to distribute to less fortunate children in the community during holiday seasons
- Participated in various athletics at neighborhood parks with community members
- Vigorously enforced traffic laws, and municipal and state ordnances
- Collaborated with Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Special Agents in the arrests of four individuals who stole 70 guns from a gun store, 9 of which were recovered during their arrests
- Created and presented a presentation on a local gang to prosecutors and detectives of the Cuyahoga County Crime Strategies Unit
- Involved in hundreds of felony crime arrests and held highest number of arrests within the assigned platoon during 2016, 2017, and 2018
- Appeared in federal, state, and municipal court and testified under oath in a multitude of criminal cases
- Merited 7 awards for demonstrating exemplary and ethical police qualities in high-intensity situations
- Certified Field Training Officer
- Employed full time and on duty approximately 40 hours a week
- $32.00 per hour
- Supervised by Sergenat Robert Pirinelli: 216-401-3080
Police Recruit
Cleveland Police Department
2014.03 - 2014.08
- Trained on procedures of criminal investigations, police tactics, firearm proficiency, and criminal law
- Employed full time and attended academy approximately 40 hours a week
- $12.00 per hour
- Supervised by Sergeant Bridget Dorrguiser: 216- 402-7530
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement Administration
Colorado State University Global
Aurora, CO07.2020
Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training
Cleveland Police Academy
2014
Associate of Arts - Law Enforcement
Cuyahoga Community College
2012
Skills
- Law Enforcement Experience
- Vice Crimes Expertise
- Criminal Law Proficiency
- Calm in Crisis Situations
- Criminal Activity Prevention
- Courtroom Testimony Skills
- Community Relations
- Undercover Investigations
- Firearms Training
- Policies and Procedures
Affiliations
Cleveland Police Patrolman's Association. Cleveland, OH.
- August 2014 to present
- This association provides general welfare of its members, their families, and community, with the commitment and purpose to strengthen and unite the members in their struggles to protect their rights and achieve common goals.
Shop with a Cop. Cleveland, OH.
- December 2016 to present
- Volunteer time to participate in this event that identifies children in need, and shop together during the holiday seasons to establish a positive relationship between the community and law enforcement.
Habitat for Humanity. Cleveland, OH.
- June 2014
- Volunteered time to assist in the cleaning of a contaminated home in order to improve it so that it can become an affordable house for families in need.
Awards and Accomplishments
- Cleveland Division of Police Special Commendation Award: Received this award in 2019 for performing a valuable police service which demonstrated a special diligence by arresting three suspects who were robbing citizens at gunpoint and locating a firearm in a snowbank near an elementary school.
- Silver and Gold Valor Award: Received this award in 2019 for a proactive approach and dedicated actions by providing extensive knowledge of several dangerous robbery suspects, which resulted in their arrests.
- Cleveland Division of Police Special Commendation Award: Received this award in 2018 for demonstrating a high degree of personal initiative by performing life-saving efforts to a man who was wounded by gun fire and bleeding profusely.
- Rotary Club of Cleveland Medal for Heroism Beyond the Call of Duty: Received this award in 2018 for an unselfish response to the needs of others which exemplifies the Rotary's motto, "Service above Self."
- Cleveland Police Foundation Community Police Officer of the Month, May 2016: Received this award in 2017 for performing random acts of kindness and good deeds that furthered the Cleveland Police Foundation's mission to assist the Cleveland Police Department in forging stronger bonds with the community.
- The Ohio Distinguished Law Enforcement Valor Award: Received this award in 2015 for exhibiting extreme bravery under extraordinarily stressful conditions during the arrest of a violent burglary suspect who shot another officer and was attacked while effecting the arrest.
- Cleveland Division of Police Medal of Honor: Received this award in 2015 for acts of personal bravery performed beyond the call of duty and involving an incontestable risk of life during the arrest of a violent burglary suspect who shot another officer and was attacked while effecting the arrest.
Certification
Courtroom Testimony
- Northeast Counterdrug Training Center
- Live Online Webinar
- June 23-24, 2020
- 8 Hours
Cell Phone Use in Drug Trafficking Investigations Course
- High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas
- Independence, OH
- February 19-20, 2020
- 16 Hours
Drug Interdiction and Conducting the Complete Traffic Stop Course
- High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas
- Independence, OH
- June 7-8, 2018
- 16 Hours
Searches and Seizures Course
- High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas
- Independence, OH
- April 9-10, 2018
- 16 Hours
Certified Field Training Officer
- City of Cleveland Police Academy
- Cleveland, OH
- May 23-26, 2017
- 32 Hours
Armed Suspect Recognition and Firearm Seizure Course
- Homefront Protective Group
- Lyndhurst, OH
- March 22-23, 2017
- 16 Hours
Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device Detection
- Center for Domestic Preparedness and Office for Bombing Prevention
- Cleveland, OH
- May 9, 2016
- 8 Hours
Field Force Operations
- Center for Domestic Preparedness
- Cleveland, OH
- January 25-27, 2016
- 24 Hours
Professional References
- Mr. Michael Harper-Sergeant Detective
Cleveland Division of Police Department
(440) 496-9040
Former patrol partner and colleague for 9+ years
- Mr. Michael Harrigan-Detective
Cleveland Division of Police Department
(216) 571-0379
Current partner and colleague for 9+ years
- Ms. Joan Peloso-Retired
Horseshoe Casino
(440) 655-2148
Former supervisor and colleague
Timeline
Gang Unit Detective
Cleveland Police Department
2021.02 - Current
Vice Detective
Cleveland Police Department
2019.08 - 2021.02
Bureau Detective
Cleveland Police Department
2019.04 - 2019.08
Police Officer
Cleveland Police Department
2014.08 - 2019.04
Police Recruit
Cleveland Police Department
2014.03 - 2014.08
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement Administration
Colorado State University Global
Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training
Cleveland Police Academy
Associate of Arts - Law Enforcement
Cuyahoga Community College
Courtroom Testimony
- Northeast Counterdrug Training Center
- Live Online Webinar
- June 23-24, 2020
- 8 Hours
Cell Phone Use in Drug Trafficking Investigations Course
- High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas
- Independence, OH
- February 19-20, 2020
- 16 Hours
Drug Interdiction and Conducting the Complete Traffic Stop Course
- High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas
- Independence, OH
- June 7-8, 2018
- 16 Hours
Searches and Seizures Course
- High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas
- Independence, OH
- April 9-10, 2018
- 16 Hours
Certified Field Training Officer
- City of Cleveland Police Academy
- Cleveland, OH
- May 23-26, 2017
- 32 Hours
Armed Suspect Recognition and Firearm Seizure Course
- Homefront Protective Group
- Lyndhurst, OH
- March 22-23, 2017
- 16 Hours
Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device Detection
- Center for Domestic Preparedness and Office for Bombing Prevention
- Cleveland, OH
- May 9, 2016
- 8 Hours
Field Force Operations
- Center for Domestic Preparedness
- Cleveland, OH
- January 25-27, 2016
- 24 Hours
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