Wynter Erickson
Clarkston,WA
Summary
Dedicated Criminal Investigator focused on keeping general public safe through superior investigation of crimes and offenses. Assists fellow employees, superiors and community leaders in complex investigations of crimes against people, property crimes and organized crime.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Criminal Investigator
Nez Perce Tribe Police Departement
2019.07 - Current
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- 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.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
- Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
- Researched criminal cases and led investigations to determine appropriate course of proceedings.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.
- Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
- Obtained admissions of crimes using forensic interviewing techniques.
- Presented information at professional forums, conferences and associations.
- Interviewed officers eligible for promotions and trained new hires in detective unit.
- Researched homicides and suspicious deaths to uncover solutions.
- Compiled and maintained records of evidence and results of laboratory tests.
- Followed strict laboratory safety procedures to ensure safety of personnel and evidence.
- Attended and examined scenes of crimes.
- Reviewed forensic analysts' reports for technical merit.
- Helped determine likely events at shootings by analyzing gunshot residue, bullet paths and blood spatter evidence.
- Extracted DNA, latent fingerprints and other biological evidence from crime scenes.
- Sifted and sorted through evidence and recorded findings.
- Took pictures of crime scenes and specific evidence located at scenes.
- Prepared for federal, municipal and county court hearings.
- Examined crimes scenes.
- Provided oversight in various investigations involving money laundering, major crimes, narcotics, judicial threats and dignitary protection.
Patrol Officer
Nez Perce Tribe Police Departement
2019.07 - 2020.11
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided appropriate support.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Assessed and managed potential risks and hazardous situations.
- Maintained positive community relations through active communication at crime scenes and assistance with programs such as mentoring underprivileged kids and teaching at Citizen's Police Academy events.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Police Officer
Coeur D' Alene Tribal Police
2013.05 - 2018.12
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
Education
Criminal Investigator Training Program - Criminal Justice
United States Indian Police Academy
Devils Lake, ND08.2022
Certificate - POST
Idaho Police Officer Standard Training
Coeur D'Alene, ID12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Lewis-Clark State College
Lewiston, ID06.2013
Skills
- Interrogation Skills
- Blood Spatter Patterns
- Insurance Fraud
- Defensive Tactics
- Evidence Processing
- Undercover Investigations
- Video Surveillance Systems
- Detailed Report Writing
- Forensic Science
- Records Management
- Ethical and Honest
- Calm in Crisis Situations
- Investigation Management
Accomplishments
- Active Team member of the Hells Canyon Drug Task Force.
- Active Team member of the North West Violent Crimes Task Force
- Cross Deputized with the Federal Bureau of Investigations
- Cross Deputized with the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- President of Class 118 POST Academy
Timeline
Criminal Investigator
Nez Perce Tribe Police Departement
2019.07 - Current
Patrol Officer
Nez Perce Tribe Police Departement
2019.07 - 2020.11
Police Officer
Coeur D' Alene Tribal Police
2013.05 - 2018.12
Criminal Investigator Training Program - Criminal Justice
United States Indian Police Academy
Certificate - POST
Idaho Police Officer Standard Training
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Lewis-Clark State College
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