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Steve Flanagan

Madison,SD

Summary

Detail-oriented Investigator with strong leadership skills and history in security management. Offering exceptional communication skills and network of community resources. Well-versed in assisting law enforcement in cases.

Senior-level Investigator with experience managing case analysis in law enforcement settings. Adept at partnering with colleagues and other agencies to gather investigative data.


Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Investigator

Blue Light Investigations LLC
06.2023 - Current
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
  • Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
  • Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
  • Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
  • Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
  • Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
  • Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.

Police Officer

Madison Police Department
10.2017 - 06.2023
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
  • Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
  • Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
  • Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
  • Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
  • Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.

Deputy Sheriff

Hand County Sheriff’s Office
07.2016 - 09.2017
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
  • Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
  • Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
  • Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
  • Served court documents and completed civil process duties for several cases.
  • Implemented community policing initiatives to strengthen relationships with local citizens.
  • Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
  • Filled in for absent sheriff to maintain continuous leadership structure and support team members.
  • Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pipestone Senior High School
Pipestone, MN
05.2007

Skills

  • Surveillance Techniques
  • Resource Management
  • Crime Prevention
  • Stolen Vehicle Tracking
  • Interviewing Witnesses
  • Court Testimony
  • Crime Scene Photography
  • Interrogating Suspects
  • Courtroom Procedures
  • Video Surveillance Systems
  • Criminal Investigation Coordination
  • Missing Persons Investigations
  • Homicide Investigations
  • Evidence Collection and Preservation

Certification

  • McAfee Institute - How to conduct investigations on the dark web - May 2023
  • McAfee Institute - Open Source Intelligence - May 2023
  • Force Science - Force Encounters, investigating use of force using human factors - January 2023
  • Institute of Police Technology and Management (IPTM) - Interviews and Interrogations - January 2018
  • Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) - Active Shooter Response Training - May 2018
  • South Dakota DCI - Basic SWAT Operations - April 2019
  • South Dakota DCI / LAPD SWAT - Advanced SWAT Operations - October 2020
  • Madison Lake County SWAT Commander - June 2019
  • Human Factors Research Group - Defensive Tactics Use of Force Instructor - March 2018
  • National Tactical Officers Association - SWAT Command and Decision Making - October 2019
  • South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation - Crime Scene Training and Processing for Rural Agencies - March 2023
  • National Tactical Officers Association - Tactical Mission Planning - June 2023

Timeline

Investigator

Blue Light Investigations LLC
06.2023 - Current

Police Officer

Madison Police Department
10.2017 - 06.2023

Deputy Sheriff

Hand County Sheriff’s Office
07.2016 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Pipestone Senior High School

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