Adam Patterson
Hixson,TN
Summary
Experienced, conscientious criminal investigations team member with accomplished law enforcement career spanning more than 20 years, and in a wide variety of divisions and fields, most recently focused on investigating narcotics and special operations criminal cases. Vigilant, meticulous, analytical and systematic in gathering data and following leads. Skillfully builds rapport and thoroughly analyzes encounters and scenes to support criminal prosecution of cases. Proven investigator with a self-motivated and flexible style.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective Assigned to Narcotics/Special Operations
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office
Chattanooga, TN
08.2013 - 02.2022
- Conducted thorough investigations into Fraud, Homicide and Narcotics activities to help develop strong criminal cases.
- Able to create, manage and maintain complex case files, writing detailed reports outlining case findings, keeping meticulous and detailed records for internal files and legal purposes.
- Collected witness statements and identified persons of interests. Conducted personal, property and event surveillance.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Installed covert cameras and recording devices in compliance with legal statutes and department policies.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Followed chain of custody mandates to send individual items off for laboratory analysis and DNA testing.
- Consulted and cooperated with Federal Investigators, legal staff, prosecuting attorneys and the District Attorney's office to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in Homicide, Narcotics Trafficking, Overdose Deaths and Fraud cases, delivering calm and professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Used CLEAR and other law enforcement search databases to locate relevant case evidence.
- Identified and resolved staff and organizational issues.
- Case Agent responsible for State and Federal criminal activities investigations inside Silverdale Correctional Facility and Hamilton County Jail, including those of inmates and both sworn and civilian personnel.
Patrolman, Traffic Investigator, DUI Task Force
Chattanooga Police Department
Chattanooga, TN
04.2000 - 12.2009
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures as a respected Field Training Officer, earning the Chief's Cup Award and Chief's Coin Award on two separate occasions.
- Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage or high demand to serve public in multiple sectors.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by administering emergency medical aid, receiving the Department's Lifesaving Medal on two separate occasions.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with probationary officers, peers, supervisors, upper management and outside agencies, to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation and physical evidence associated with city and state traffic laws with focus on DUI and impaired driving detection and enforcement, including investigation and reconstruction of all fatal and near fatal traffic crashes within the city limits.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
Patrolman, K-9 Handler
Red Bank Police Department
Red Bank, TN
07.1997 - 04.1999
- Responded promptly to calls for protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances and general public service calls.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Initiated K-9 program in Red Bank, and as a handler was responsible for canine care and training on both working and non-working days.
- Certified as a Narcotics Detection Dog Handler by the United States Police Canine Association.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hixson High School
Hixson, TN1993
Basic Police Academy -
Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland, TN1997
Certification -
Undercover Operative School
2021
Certification -
Covert Surveillance And Counter Surveillance
2021
Certification -
Basic Narcotics Investigations
2020
Certification -
Officer Involved Shooting Investigator
2019
Certification -
Force Science Analysis Certification
2019
Certification -
Basic Homicide Investigations Class
2019
Certification -
Interview And Interrogation
2018
Certification -
Tactical Energy Entry Systems (T.E.E.S.)
2017
Certification -
Basic First Line Leadership Course (L.E.I.C.)
2017
Certification -
Field Training Officer
2016
Certification -
Tactical Traffic Stop (S.T.O.P.S.) Instructor
2016
Certification -
DUI Instructor School
2015
Certification -
Instructor Development Course
2008
Skills
- Suspect/Person of Interest/Victim Interviews
- Firearms expertise
- Case Report Development
- Investigating crimes
- Knowledge judiciary system
- Witness interviews
- Undercover Investigations
- Courtroom testimony skills
- Complex case management proficiency
- Investigation of internal personnel expertise
- Federal Law Enforcement agencies collaboration
- CPR certification 2021
Timeline
Detective Assigned to Narcotics/Special Operations
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office
08.2013 - 02.2022
Patrolman, Traffic Investigator, DUI Task Force
Chattanooga Police Department
04.2000 - 12.2009
Patrolman, K-9 Handler
Red Bank Police Department
07.1997 - 04.1999
High School Diploma -
Hixson High School
Basic Police Academy -
Cleveland State Community College
Certification -
Undercover Operative School
Certification -
Covert Surveillance And Counter Surveillance
Certification -
Basic Narcotics Investigations
Certification -
Officer Involved Shooting Investigator
Certification -
Force Science Analysis Certification
Certification -
Basic Homicide Investigations Class
Certification -
Interview And Interrogation
Certification -
Tactical Energy Entry Systems (T.E.E.S.)
Certification -
Basic First Line Leadership Course (L.E.I.C.)
Certification -
Field Training Officer
Certification -
Tactical Traffic Stop (S.T.O.P.S.) Instructor
Certification -
DUI Instructor School
Certification -
Instructor Development Course
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