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Wagner Lafleur

New York City

Summary

Dedicated former NYPD Police Officer with expertise in criminal investigations and community engagement. Proven ability to de-escalate conflicts and build trust within diverse populations. Successfully implemented crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods. Skilled in emergency response and report writing, demonstrating integrity and commitment to public safety. I have 10 years of experience assigned to the Counterterrorism Division of the NYPD Elite group.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

NYPD
07.2005 - 07.2025
  • Executed prompt measures in urgent scenarios to ensure community safety.
  • Conducted thorough investigations on incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to establish facts.
  • Enforced local laws and regulations, maintaining order and preventing criminal activity within the community.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to enhance public relations and promote crime prevention initiatives.
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents, arrests, and investigations for legal proceedings and departmental records.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to improve skills in conflict resolution, de-escalation techniques, and tactical response.
  • Assisted in surveillance operations, utilizing technology to monitor suspicious activities and gather intelligence data.
  • Engaged with community members through outreach programs to build trust and foster positive relationships between police and citizens.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
  • Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
  • Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
  • Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
  • Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
  • Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
  • Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
  • Implemented community outreach initiatives that strengthened partnerships between residents and local law enforcement agencies.
  • Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
  • Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
  • Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
  • Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
  • Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
  • Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
  • Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
  • Reduced process inaccuracies while investigating Type and Type crimes and assisting district attorney prosecution cases.

Education

No Degree - Political Science And US History

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY

Associate of Arts -

New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY
05.2004

Skills

  • Integrity and honesty
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Relationship building and management
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Patience and empathy
  • Community engagement
  • Criminal investigations
  • Planning and coordination
  • Human relations
  • Emergency management
  • Community relations
  • Crisis intervention and deescalation
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Officer training
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Criminal law
  • Community oriented policing
  • Police reports
  • Law enforcement
  • Emergency response
  • Mental resilience
  • Cultural awareness
  • Courtroom testimony
  • Tactical driving
  • Case management
  • Court testimony
  • Crime prevention strategies
  • Risk mitigation
  • Background investigations
  • Self-defense training
  • Crime scene preservation
  • Search and seizure laws
  • Crime prevention
  • Safety improvements
  • Search and seizure procedures
  • Staff management
  • Special task forces
  • Evidence collection protocols
  • Traffic laws
  • Court preparation
  • Emergency planning
  • Traffic control
  • Domestic violence prevention
  • Crime scene processing
  • Suspect interrogation
  • Interrogation techniques

Languages

Haitian Creole, French and English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Police Officer

NYPD
07.2005 - 07.2025

No Degree - Political Science And US History

Brooklyn College

Associate of Arts -

New York City College of Technology