LAWRENCE T. RICHARDSON

H: Lauderhill, FL

T: 757-***-****

E: adv4qt@r.postjobfree.com

Enthusiastic and results-focused law enforcement professional with over 30 years of experience in police training and security operations and processes. Expertise lies in facilitating all facets of police investigations, from major crimes and burglary to narcotics and fraud, interviewing witnesses and preparing cases for prosecution. Growth-focused thought leader proficient in collecting, securing, and analyzing evidence, ensuring chain of custody is maintained. Skilled in participating in court activities, testifying in judicial proceedings regarding investigations and arrests of suspects. Prepared to use core competencies to spearhead the administrative aspects of investigation in preparation for criminal trials. United States Army and Marine Corps Veteran.

Evidence Management

Surveillance Operations

Witness Advocacy

Core Competencies:

Criminal Investigations

Tactical Team Operations

Security Procedures

Department Operations

Investigation Reporting

Detective Supervision

Miami Gardens Police Dep’t Miami Gardens, FL

Detective SEPT 2007 – FEB 2023

Function within numerous units within the Miami Garden Police Department, including, Burglary, Homicide, Fraud and now Special Victims/Domestic Violence.

Conduct preliminary investigations, interviewing victims and witnesses as well as take statements, gathering information and evidence and securing crime scenes, in addition to preparing investigative reports and sketches.

Prevent the commission of crime, pursuing fleeing suspects, as well as apprehending, arresting and processing criminals, fugitives and offenders as appropriate.

Execute rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters, which may include lifting, dragging or carrying people away from dangerous situations, in addition to evacuating people from area and administering medical aid.

Conduct field inspections to verify that homeowners reside in said property as part of the Fraud Unit, verifying that property was legally inherited and filed in accordance with Florida State guidelines.

Investigated whether an owner had committed intentional fraud by applying for a tax exemption on property or had inherited property by the death of a family member or relative.

Met with owners to gather documents, such as tax returns, property taxes and deeds to determine if the exemption was valid, or processing paperwork for a lien to be placed on the property.

Newport News Police Dep’t Newport News, VA

Detective NOV 1997 – SEPT 2007

Served within various units within the NNPD, including, Vice Narcotics, Burglary, Major Crimes Robbery.

Maintained records, logs, and files of work activities, updating current manuals, policies and procedures, bulletins, map books, and other materials for training reference.

Received and review various police documentation, including logs, evidence sheets, criminal history reports, warrants, subpoenas, general orders and laws, codes and ordinances.

Established facts, evidence and supporting statements and other source of information such as DNA, photographs and fingerprints in cases.

Ensured proper notification made to next of kin or immediate family in the Major Crimes Unit.

Performed duties as the Acting Sergeant in the absence of Supervisor, including assigning cases, having supervised up to six Detectives within the Burglary Unit.

Conducted and investigated crimes of mid-level and street level drug offenders, enforcing illegal gambling, alcohol and prostitution laws within the Vice Narcotics Unit.

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Newport News Police Department Newport News, VA

Uniform Patrol Officer OCT 1993 – NOV 1997

Served as a First Responder to calls relayed by dispatchers, including, but not limited to, domestic disputes, abuse, assaults, burglaries, thefts, fatalities, traffic accidents, property damage, alarms, bomb threats, lost/missing persons searches, rescue operations, and any other public service duties.

Patrolled assigned areas to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations, inspecting doors, windows, and premises of residential/commercial buildings/properties to ensure security or to detect suspicious conditions.

Enforced Local and State Laws and made arrests when warranted.

Ensured accuracy of charges and prepared arrest packages for court testimony and on the behalf of the Commonwealth Attorney's Office.

United States Army

Rank: Sergeant First Class/E7 SEPT 1987 – MAY 2003

United States Marine Corps

Rank: Corporal/E3 FEB 1983 – SEPT 1987

Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice Saint Leo University JUNE 2006

Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts Saint Leo University JUNE 2003

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