Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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VIRGINIA THAIN

De Forest,WI

Summary

Resourceful Licensed Private Investigator known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in surveillance, background investigations, and information gathering. Excel at critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring success in navigating complex situations and obtaining necessary information swiftly.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Private Investigator-Owner

DBlue Line Investigations and Security Solutions
DeForest, Wisconsin
11.2022 - Current
  • Conducted surveillance operations to track the activities of suspected individuals.
  • Reviewed case files, interviewed witnesses and suspects, and gathered other relevant data.
  • Performed background checks on potential employees or customers as requested by clients.
  • Adhered to all applicable laws while conducting investigations.
  • Assisted clients in locating missing persons or recovering stolen property.
  • Conducted undercover assignments as needed for client cases.
  • Maintained professional integrity and credibility, adhering to applicable laws and regulations.

Apartment Leasing Agent

New Fountains Apartments
Fitchburg, WI
06.2022 - 11.2022
  • Processed rental applications, verified references and conducted background checks.
  • Assisted current tenants with maintenance requests and other inquiries.
  • Prepared leases, move-in and move-out paperwork and other documents for new tenants.

Retired Police Officer

City of Fitchburg Police Department
Fitchburg, WI
10.1996 - 05.2022
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
  • Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
  • Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
  • Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
  • Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
  • Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
  • Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, radar guns., to complete job duties.
  • Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
  • Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
  • Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
  • Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
  • Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
  • Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.

Patrol Officer

Village of McFarland Police Department
McFarland, WI
08.1994 - 10.1996
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
  • Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
  • Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Oshkosh
05-1993

Skills

  • Skip Tracing
  • Video Surveillance
  • Locating individuals
  • Evidence Gathering
  • Public records research
  • Records Research

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Licensed Private Investigator-Owner

DBlue Line Investigations and Security Solutions
11.2022 - Current

Apartment Leasing Agent

New Fountains Apartments
06.2022 - 11.2022

Retired Police Officer

City of Fitchburg Police Department
10.1996 - 05.2022

Patrol Officer

Village of McFarland Police Department
08.1994 - 10.1996

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
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