Tabitha Smith

Police Detective/Police Officer

Texarkana Texas Police Department

Texarkana, Texas

07.2007 - 08.2023

Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
Created process to capture, integrate, and maintain data supporting field information applications.
Maintained security systems used in storing sensitive evidence material.
Evaluated the credibility of witnesses and suspects during interviews.
Delivered maximum levels of accuracy when conducting stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
Created detailed reports documenting investigations and findings.
Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
Participated in undercover operations targeting illegal activities.
Strengthened traceability, developing organization systems for criminal prosecutory case logs, records, reports, and agendas.
Interpreted legal statutes related to criminal offenses.
Participated in joint task forces focused on organized crime activities.
Investigated and documented criminal activity, including interviewing witnesses and suspects.
Followed up on leads provided by informants and other sources of information.
Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
Developed search warrants to gain access to premises or persons of interest.
Obtained warrants to search properties for evidence of criminal activity.
Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
Prepared arrest warrants based on evidence collected during investigations.
Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
Conducted surveillance operations to monitor suspect activities.
Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate investigations.
Attended training sessions related to new developments in law enforcement technology and procedures.
Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
Reviewed case files, records, police reports, medical examiner reports, and other investigative documents.
Mitigated risk, accurately analyzing, and evaluating criminal information while processing crime scenes.
Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest to gather statements for use in criminal investigations.
Assessed risk factors associated with potential threats to public safety.
Developed strategies for apprehending suspects involved in criminal cases.
Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
Successfully processed hundreds of tips while receiving information and initiating investigations for speedy resolutions.
Collected and analyzed intelligence information in relation to investigations.
Provided expert testimony in court proceedings related to criminal cases.
Gathered evidence from crime scenes and secured it for later analysis.
Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas, and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
Shortened criminal investigation lead time, executing operational protocol for criminal and non-criminal violations.
Analyzed complex data sets to identify patterns that could indicate criminal activity.
Checked with local pawnshops to locate stolen property.
Consulted with prosecutors regarding the development of criminal cases.
Eliminated process discrepancies by accurately investigating organized crime, homicide, fraud and other major crime cases while preparing, submitting, and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Police Detective/Police Officer

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Skills

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Police Detective/Police Officer

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

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