Adept at leading high-stakes investigations for the City of Bridgeport, CT - Government, I leveraged expert interrogation skills and cultural awareness to solve complex cases and foster community trust. My collaboration with federal agencies significantly boosted conviction rates, showcasing my ability to combine critical thinking with strong community relations for impactful results.
Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Continually followed procedures to maintain safety, documentation, and meet legal requirements.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Detective
City Of Bridgeport, Ct - Government
01.1993 - 06.2020
Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Collaborated with federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
Conducted surveillance operations for intelligence gathering, leading to successful apprehension of suspects.
Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing accurate and detailed accounts of investigations conducted.
Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
Developed strong relationships with community members, promoting trust and cooperation in law enforcement efforts.
Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
Substantiated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved data integrity for court hearings.
Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
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.
Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
Conducted school security inspections.
Fostered a positive school environment by building strong relationships with students, staff, and parents.
Directed operations, planning, and administration of city departments.
Led the creation of a more inclusive city council, promoting diversity in representation and decision-making processes.
Enhanced public safety through strategic partnerships with law enforcement agencies and community organizations.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Post University
Waterbury, CT
High School Diploma -
Bullard Havens Technical High School
Bridgeport, CT
06.1990
Skills
Self-defense tactics
Cultural Awareness
Surveillance techniques
Courtroom Testimony
Firearms Training
Physical Fitness
Patience and Perseverance
Writing reports
Case Report Development
Conducting investigations
Team leadership skills
Legal knowledge
Interrogation skills
Evaluating crime scenes
Incident Investigation
Patience and Persistence
Witness interviewing
Report Preparation
Community Relations
Personnel Training
Defensive tactics training
Researching skills
Leading team operations
Interviewing skills
Negotiation Tactics
Criminal law proficiency
Self-defense techniques
Interrogation
Chain of custody
Motivational Interviewing
Affidavits
Maintaining Compliance
Courtroom testimony skills
Interview techniques
Interviewing witnesses
Criminal activity prevention
Collecting evidence
Preparing for court
Collecting statements
Community policing
Witness interviews
Report Writing
Case Reviews
Incident Reporting
Records Management
Criminal Investigations
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Police Detective
City Of Bridgeport, Ct - Government
01.1993 - 06.2020
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Post University
High School Diploma -
Bullard Havens Technical High School
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