RACHEL THORNTON

Highly skilled in criminal investigation and detective work, with a background that encompasses various aspects of law enforcement. Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, adept at gathering evidence and solving complex cases. Known for ability to lead teams in high-pressure environments to achieve positive outcomes. Contributed to significant reductions in local crime rates through effective investigation techniques and collaboration with law enforcement agencies.

Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate.

1,185 hours of criminal investigation training in the following areas: sexual assault, child sexual assault, child abuse, death and homicide investigations, child death and homicide,crime scene analysis, search and seizure, computer forensics, internet investigations, cellphone forensics,strangulation, stalking, domestic violence, cybercrimes, interview and interrogation, gunshot woundinvestigations, and child forensic interviewing.

• During my career, I have built a strong relationship with the District Attorney’s office regarding prosecuting domestic violence and sexual assault cases. I have created and conducted training with patrol officers at the Davidson Police Department and outside agencies to teach them about a variety of domestic violence topics, including strangulation, stalking, understanding domestic violence victims, sexual assaults, and teen dating violence. I assisted the Huntersville Police Department Domestic Violence Detective with the implementation of a QR code for victims of domestic violence to simplify the amount of paperwork they receive. I have set up the new implementation of digital domestic violence lethality screening and trained officers on how to implement it in cases. I assisted with the creation of a trauma-informed, victim-centered interview room at the Davidson Police Department, so victims have a setting to feel comfortable when discussing traumatic events.