Tyrone Pugh
West Columbia,SC
Summary
Resourceful investigative professional uses evidence analysis and advanced interviewing techniques to illuminate complex cases. Performs thorough collection procedures for informing accurate investigative direction. Detailed examiner of crime scenes and reports using intense review process to uncover concrete evidence. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Investigator
City Of Columbia Police Department
05.2007 - Current
- Verified compliance with codes and documented findings.
- Gave official testimony in grand jury, administrative and open court hearings.
- Received, analyzed and responded to less complex allegations of misconduct.
- Produced comprehensive investigative reports and official correspondence for criminal prosecution.
- Obtained evidence through direct records reviews and conducted interviews with complainants, suspects and policyholders.
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
- Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
- Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in Criminal cases.
- Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants
- Collected sworn written and recorded statements backing up investigations.
- Conducted confidential investigations of potential insurance law violations.
- Determined case direction based on reviews of wide-ranging information.
- Acquired background information from authorities and prepared subpoenas in conjunction with legal division.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in [Type] and [Type] cases.
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
- Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
- Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.
- Researched criminal cases and led investigations to determine appropriate course of proceedings.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Supervised and motivated field investigators and collaborated with personnel to identify strengths and areas of weakness.
- Substantiated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved data integrity for court hearings.
- Gave official testimony in grand jury, administrative and open court hearings
- Produced comprehensive investigative reports and official correspondence for criminal prosecution
Detention Officer
Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
05.2001 - 05.2007
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
- Supervised and controlled behavior of 50 -70 inmates.
- Maintained security and welfare of prisoners in 50- 70 inmate in a Detention facility.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks
Correctional Officer
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
09.1994 - 05.2001
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items
Education
High School Diploma -
Eau Claire High School
Columbia, SC06.1986
Skills
- Evidence Collection and Preservation
- Information Documentation
- Learning Strategies
- Suspect Questioning
- Searches and Seizures
- Critical Thinking
- Testifying in Cases
- Crime Solving
- Missing Persons Investigations
- Information Verification
Military Experience
I joined the United States Army in June 1986 (Active Duty), completed Basic and Advance Individual Training at Ft Jackson, SC. I was then stationed in Augsburg, Germany from 1986 - 1991, Deployed for Desert Storm 1990 - 19991 from Germany. Joined the Army Reserve in 1994 Orangeburg SC with the 414th Transportation Company. Mobilized from 2003 - 2005 with the 991st Transportation Company to Ft Knox and Camp Atterbury. Then assigned to the 371st Chemical Company as a Platoon Sergeant from 2005 - 2011. Served as the First Sergeant (1SG) for the 413th Chemical Company in Florence, SC 2011 - 2013. Then served as the First Sergeant (1SG) for the 1182nd DDSB in Charleston SC 2013 - 2016. Assigned to the 415th Chemical Brigade, Greenville, SC 2016- 2018 S4 shop as the Non-commissioned officer in charge (NCOIC. Assigned as the First Sergeant (1SG) for the 371st Chemical Company, Greenwood SC 2018 - 2020. Returned back to the 415th Chemical Brigade, Greenville, SC 2020 - 2022 S4 shop. Served as the First Sergeant (1SG) for the 320th Chemical Company, Queens NY while Deployed to Kuwait 2022 - 2023. Currently serving at the 415th Chemical Brigade, Greenville, SC 2020 - 2022 S4 shop as the Non-commissioned officer in charge (NCOIC). Over my 37 years of Military duty, I've held several leadership role at the Company level and at the Brigade level. I've completed advance training for senior leadership development that focuses on the technical and tactical skills, knowledge, and experience needed to lead a company size unit.
Timeline
Police Investigator
City Of Columbia Police Department
05.2007 - Current
Detention Officer
Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
05.2001 - 05.2007
Correctional Officer
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
09.1994 - 05.2001
High School Diploma -
Eau Claire High School
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