- Volunteering
- Gym Workouts
- Outdoor Recreation
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Enjoy working out, weight training, cross fit and meditation for overall physical and mental well-being
- Enjoy golfing and pickleball
- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects (volunteer for Mission 22 serving veterans)
- Road Trips
- Playing Sports
- Mindfulness Practices
Tyrone Jones
Rochester,MA
Summary
Accomplished Detective Sergeant with a proven track record at the City of New Bedford, adept in leading high-stakes investigations and enhancing community safety. Expert in leveraging team leadership skills and advanced interviewing techniques, achieving significant case resolution improvements. Skilled in fostering interdepartmental collaboration and community relations, significantly boosting department efficiency and effectiveness.
Effective at writing reports and affidavits, interviewing witnesses and gaining informants by applying persuasive communication skills and understanding of the law. Proven investigator with a self-motivated and flexible style.
Offering strong foundation in investigative techniques and keen ability to learn and develop in challenging environment. Brings sharp eye for detail and effective communication skills. Ready to use and develop critical thinking and analytical skills.
Skilled at reviewing reports, overseeing investigations and preparing cases for court. Knowledgeable about resolving staffing issues, training junior detectives and improving team performance with hands-on coaching and assessments.
Developed transferable skills in high-pressure law enforcement environment, including critical thinking and conflict resolution. Demonstrates proficiency in gathering and analyzing complex data. Looking to transition into new field where these skills can drive impactful results.
Law enforcement professional with strong track record of solving intricate cases and maintaining public order. Recognized for strategic thinking and effective communication, fostering collaborative team environment. Known for adaptability and commitment to achieving results, leveraging expertise in criminal investigation and suspect interrogation.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective Sergeant
City of New Bedford
10.1992 - 01.2024
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Implemented targeted training programs to improve the skills of detectives under my supervision, leading to increased efficiency and effectiveness within the department.
- Leveraged data analytics tools for crime trend analysis, enabling more effective deployment of resources throughout the jurisdiction.
- Reviewed detective case reports for accuracy, integrity, and completeness.
- Enhanced case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing advanced interrogation techniques.
- Testified effectively in court proceedings as an expert witness, securing convictions in numerous high-profile cases.
- Increased interdepartmental collaboration through regular communication with other law enforcement agencies for information sharing and joint operations.
- Improved community relations through participation in public events and forums to discuss safety concerns and gather feedback from residents.
- Supported the development of new policies within the department by providing input on best practices based on real-world experience.
- Developed detailed reports on case progress for submission to command staff members and other stakeholders, contributing to informed decision making.
- Oversaw complex investigations involving multiple jurisdictions, coordinating resources across departments for successful outcomes.
- Guided, mentored, and supervised subordinates to improve job performance and case clearing rates.
- Mentored junior detectives, providing guidance on investigative techniques and procedures, resulting in improved performance and career growth.
- Negotiated with informants and undercover operatives to obtain crucial information, leading to breakthroughs in high-priority investigations.
- Developed strong relationships with local businesses, schools, and community groups to foster cooperation in addressing crime issues.
- Conducted surveillance on high-risk individuals, gathering vital intelligence that contributed to successful arrests and convictions.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in criminal, property crimes, violent crimes and homicide cases.
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
- Liaised with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
Narcotics Detective
City Of New Bedford Police
03.2005 - 04.2009
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Developed intelligence leads through confidential informants, enabling successful arrests and convictions of high-profile narcotics offenders.
- Completed extensive paperwork and documentation requirements related to search warrants, evidence handling, and case management, ensuring proper procedures were followed at all times.
- Responded to traffic stops to assess drugs found and coordinate strategic responses focused on securing information on higher-level individuals involved in [Location] drug trade.
- Interviewed witnesses and interrogated suspects to obtain additional information about criminal activities.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness, ensuring readiness for confrontations or foot pursuits during arrest situations involving dangerous narcotics suspects.
- Participated in specialized training courses to stay current with emerging trends in drug enforcement tactics, enhancing effectiveness as a Narcotics Detective.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when working with diverse populations, building rapport with both victims and witnesses to gain crucial information for narcotics cases.
- Enhanced public safety by participating in community outreach programs to educate citizens on the dangers of illegal drug use.
- Conducted extensive background checks on potential confidential informants before utilizing them for sensitive information gathering purposes.
- Assisted other detectives with non-narcotic related cases when necessary, leveraging skills developed while working on narcotic cases for increased departmental efficiency.
- Acquired and executed warrants to capture persons of interest and case evidence.
- Planned high-risk raids on homes and businesses identified as being involved in criminal enterprises.
- Secured numerous informants providing information about drug activities in urban, rural and suburban areas.
- Supported patrol officers with expertise on drug identification and field testing procedures during traffic stops or arrest situations involving suspected narcotics violations.
- Prioritized workloads effectively by focusing on high-impact cases while still managing the demands of multiple concurrent investigations.
- Utilized advanced technology tools such as GPS tracking devices and covert video equipment to gather crucial evidence during complex narcotics investigations.
- Testified in court as an expert witness for narcotics cases, providing credible evidence to secure convictions.
- Collaborated with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to dismantle drug trafficking organizations operating within the jurisdiction.
- Recovered significant quantities of illegal drugs and contraband by executing search warrants at targeted locations.
- Developed strong relationships with community members through regular interactions and meetings, building trust that led to valuable tips and information in narcotics investigations.
- Testified in court about drug activity and related crimes such as murder and robbery.
- Conducted street buys to identify and capture local dealers.
- Maintained detailed case files for each investigation, ensuring accurate documentation and proper chain of custody for evidence handling procedures.
- Provided regular briefings and updates to supervisors regarding ongoing investigations, ensuring transparency and accountability within the unit''s operations.
- Identified and apprehended narcotics offenders by conducting thorough investigations, undercover operations, and surveillance techniques.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in property crime, violent crime and homicide cases.
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
- Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
- Supervised and motivated field investigators and collaborated with personnel to identify strengths and areas of weakness.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Fisher Junior College
118 Beacon St. Boston, MassachusettsSkills
- Team leadership skills
- Conflict de-escalation
- Maintaining compliance
- Supervising investigations
- Interviewing witnesses
- Community relations
- Case reviews
- Patience and persistence
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10-20 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets. Spreadsheets created to maintain accountability on subordinate case loads. Case loads dealing with homicides, violent crimes and property crimes. Also creating work schedules and priority operations.
- Was presented with a life saving award, rescuing operator of a burning vehicle.
- Prsented awards for community policing, public relations through the city of New Bedford.
- Served in the United States Marine Corp.from June 1988 to June of 1992.
Certification
- Incident Command System Certification (ICS) - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Advanced Certificate for Police Supervisors - various Police Training Commissions or POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Boards.
- First Line Supervisor Training Certificate - various state and federal law enforcement training agencies.
- Law Enforcement Instructor Certification - various state and federal law enforcement agencies.
- Professional Peace Officer Education Certificate – State-specific POST Boards or equivalent.
- Police Officer Standards and Training Certificate (POST) - State-specific POST Boards.
- CPR/AED Certification
- [State] Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Interests
Timeline
Narcotics Detective
City Of New Bedford Police
03.2005 - 04.2009
Detective Sergeant
City of New Bedford
10.1992 - 01.2024
- Incident Command System Certification (ICS) - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Advanced Certificate for Police Supervisors - various Police Training Commissions or POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Boards.
- First Line Supervisor Training Certificate - various state and federal law enforcement training agencies.
- Law Enforcement Instructor Certification - various state and federal law enforcement agencies.
- Professional Peace Officer Education Certificate – State-specific POST Boards or equivalent.
- Police Officer Standards and Training Certificate (POST) - State-specific POST Boards.
- CPR/AED Certification
- [State] Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Fisher Junior College
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