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Raul Cabrera

Homestead

Summary

Accomplished Police Detective with extensive experience at the City of Homestead Police Department, excelling in crime investigation and ethical decision-making. Proven track record in solving complex cases, leading fraud and domestic violence investigations, and enhancing school safety. Skilled in evidence collection and forensic analysis, with a strong ability to communicate effectively and resolve conflicts.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

RESERVE POLICE DETECTIVE

City of Homestead Police Department
06.2021 - Current

School Resource Officer for Keys Gate Charter School, Homestead Florida

  • Provide security and safety to school staff and students.
  • Investigate criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
  • Enhance school safety by conducting regular campus patrols and monitoring potential threats.
  • Collaborate with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans.

Road Patrol Assistant, Crime Scene Assistant, Community Security Assistant for City of Homestead Police Department

  • Assist patrolling officers with calls, arrests, incidents, and case development.
  • Assist with crime scene processing by securing the area, collecting evidence, and photographing relevant details to support case development.
  • Participate in department-wide training sessions to maintain current knowledge of best practices within law enforcement and increase overall effectiveness on patrol assignments.

POLICE DETECTIVE

City of Homestead Police Department
03.1994 - 06.2021

GENERAL INVESTIGATIONS UNIT DETECTIVE

  • Solved complex cases by analyzing evidence and conducting thorough interviews.
  • Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
  • Managed case files, documenting all findings and maintaining accurate records.

Fraud Detective

  • Investigate fraudulent activity relating to financial crimes such as credit cards, checks, banking, and identity theft.

Domestic Violence Detective

  • Investigate domestic violence cases to include aggravated battery, battery, aggravated assault, assault, aggravated stalking, stalking, harassment, physical abuse, child abuse, and phone threats.

Major Crime Scene Detective

  • Process crime scenes through finger printing; photography; DNA retrieval; collect, process, and impound evidence; and scene documentation.

Assignments

  • Task Force Officer for Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
  • Homestead Police S.W.A.T. Unit
  • Homestead Police Honor Guard Unit
  • Human Trafficking Task Force with I.C.E. and Miami Dade Police Department

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
04-1994

Skills

  • Crime investigation
  • Evidence collection
  • Interview techniques
  • Case analysis
  • Surveillance skills
  • Report writing
  • Witness interviews
  • Forensic knowledge
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication skills
  • Ethical decision making

Timeline

RESERVE POLICE DETECTIVE

City of Homestead Police Department
06.2021 - Current

POLICE DETECTIVE

City of Homestead Police Department
03.1994 - 06.2021

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Miami Dade College
Raul Cabrera