Roy Ricasa
Olney,Maryland
Summary
Dedicated Police Sergeant with 15 years of experience focused on improving team operations, closing cases, apprehending criminals, and preventing crimes through organized and effective police work. Trained in covert surveillance, firearms instruction, vehicular takedowns, crime scene processing, interview and interrogation, investigations, defense and conflict resolution techniques, defensive tactics, and first aid. Exceptional integrity, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Investigative Sergeant - Special Assignment Team
Maryland Park Police
Hyattsville, MD
06.2017 - Current
- Supervised crowds at busy events such as the last Presidential Inauguration to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Gathered vital intelligence for detectives and apprehended criminals from theft suspects to murderers.
- Conducted covert operations in plain clothes.
- Worked joint operations with the FBI, US Marshalls, DEA, ATF, and other local law enforcement agencies.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Planned, scheduled, and led team of 5-6 officers
Patrol Sergeant
Maryland Park Police
Hyattsville, MD
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Received department's highest award, Medal of Valor, for life-saving and heroic actions in 2016.
- Led team of officers through 2015 Baltimore Riots.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Established and enforced employee performance policies.
- Evaluated, mentored, and led patrol squad that consisted of 6-8 officers.
Police Officer
Maryland Park Police
Hyattsville, MD
11.2007 - 06.2014
- Received department's second highest award, Officer of the Year Award, for lifesaving and heroic actions in 2013
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD05.2017
Skills
- Covert and Surveillance Operations
- Interview and Interrogations
- Investigations Operations
- Intelligence Gathering
- Evaluating and Preserving Crime Scenes
- Locating and Arresting Suspects
- Firearms and Active Shooter Instructor
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Emergency Situations
- Serving Search Warrants
- Controlled Tactical Operations
- Supervising Subordinates
- First Aid
- Special Task Forces
Certification
Certified Police Officer - Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions
Timeline
Investigative Sergeant - Special Assignment Team
Maryland Park Police
06.2017 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
Maryland Park Police
06.2014 - 06.2017
Police Officer
Maryland Park Police
11.2007 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Prince George's Community College