Special Agent in Criminal Investigations

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LAWRENCE RICHARDSON

Special Agent

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Special Agent with extensive experience in law enforcement, specializing in criminal justice and investigation. Demonstrates leadership and analytical skills through successful management of complex cases and team supervision. Committed to upholding legal standards and fostering collaborative environments for effective problem-solving. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

SPECIAL AGENT Jul 2024 - Present

Alcohol Beverage and Tobacco (ABT) Fort Lauderdale, Florida

• Assigned to conduct investigations of stolen or fraudulent cigarette tax stamps. Unlawful selling of alcohol and tobacco to underage individuals. Works as undercover agent on felony cases, non-tax paid alcohol beverages, tobacco products and fraudulent applications. Ensure that businesses license is current and active. Ensure that businesses are hereby following the State of Florida guidelines.

DETECTIVE (RETIRED) Apr 2014 - Feb 2023

Miami Gardens Police Department Miami Gardens, Florida

• Assigned to Special Victims Unit, investigating Domestic Violence Crimes. Crimes committed against family members or those who cohabit as a family. Interview and obtained taped statements from those involved. Establishing facts, evidence and supporting statements and other sources of information such as DNA, photographs, and fingerprints in cases. Prepare case file to be use in court proceedings. Perform duties as the Acting Sergeant in the absence of Supervisor. Assign cases and supervise four Detectives within the Unit.

DETECTIVE Jul 2013 - Apr 2014

Miami Gardens Police Department Miami Gardens, Florida

• Assigned to Miami Dade Homestead Exemption Fraud Task Force Unit. Investigating Homestead Exemption Fraud. Interviewing clients and witnesses to ensure all necessary and appropriate paperwork filed. Obtain all documents, verify that property was legally inherited and filed in accordance with Florida State guidelines. Conduct field inspections to verify that homeowners reside in said property. Assets liens on property as a result relates to fraud violations. DETECTIVE Oct 2012 - Jul 2013

Miami Gardens Police Department Miami Gardens, Florida

• Assigned to Major Crimes Homicide Unit, Investigating Aggravated Assault and Battery, shootings, stabbings, and Natural Deaths. Obtained statements from victims and witnesses. Ensure proper notification made to next of kin or immediate family. Collaborate with other agencies and follow any leads that may lead to suspects and arrests. Prepare case for court testimony and State Attorney Office.

DETECTIVE Sep 2007 - Oct 2012

Miami Gardens Police Department Miami Gardens, Florida

• Assigned to Burglary Unit, investigating Home and Business Burglaries. Obtained taped statement from victims and witnesses. Preserves, process and analyze evidence collected from crime scene and suspects. Inventor and impound property recovered as results of arrest. Performed duties as the Acting Sergeant in the absence of the Supervisor. Assigned cases and supervised six Detective within the Unit.

DETECTIVE Jan 2003 - Sep 2007

Newport News Police Department Newport News, Virginia

• Assigned to Major Crimes Robbery Unit, investigating crimes of robbery from persons or businesses. Home invasion both armed and unarmed. Reviewing officer's initial report. Conduct in-depth interview with victims and witnesses. Worked closely with Homicide Unit and periodically managed the duties of day-to-day operation as the lead Detective. DETECTIVE Dec 1998 - Jan 2003

Newport News Police Department Newport News, Virginia

• Assigned to Burglary Unit, investigating Home and Business Burglaries. Obtained taped statement from victims and witnesses. Inventor and impound property recovered as results of arrest. Performed duties as the Acting Sergeant in the absence of the Supervisor. Assigned cases and supervised five other Detectives within the Unit. DETECTIVE Nov 1997 - Dec 1998

Newport News Police Department Newport News, Virginia

• Vice Narcotics Unit, conduct and investigate crimes of mid-level and street level drug offenders. Enforce illegal gambling, alcohol, and prostitution laws. Conducted control buys and reversal of scheduled II drugs from offenders. Prepared Commonwealth Package for court testimony. Prepared and executed Search Warrants that lead to arrests. UNIFORM PATROL OFFICER Oct 1993 - Nov 1997

Newport News Police Department Newport News, Virginia

• As a Patrol Officer and First Responder responding to various calls for service. Enforce Local and State Laws and make arrests when warranted. Ensure accuracy of charges and prepared arrest packages for court testimony and on behalf of the Commonwealth Attorney's Office.

SERGEANT FIRST CLASS /E7 Sep 1987 - May 2003

United States Army

• While in the Army I held various positions. I worked as Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic, which included 5 Ton vehicles and below. Removed and replaced parts during services. Served as Senior Mechanic, Shop Forman, and Motor Sergeant. Certified Small Group Instructor and Platoon Sergeant.

CORPORAL/E4 Feb 1983 - Sep 1987

United States Marine Corps

• In the Marines I worked as a Warehouse Supply Specialist. In charge of receiving and issuing bulk gear. Responsible for maintaining and proper storage of bulk material.

EDUCATION

B.A. DEGREE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Saint Leo University St. Petersburg, Florida

A.A. DEGREE IN LIBERAL ARTS

Saint Leo University St. Petersburg, Florida

SKILLS

Leadership, Investigation, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Evidence Collection, Case Management, Interviewing, Team Supervision, Problem Solving, Analysis.

HOBBIES

Sports, Running, Computers, Reading, Golfing

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

MILITARY SERVICE

United States Army

Rank: Sergeant First Class /E7

• Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic

• Senior Mechanic, Shop Forman, and Motor Sergeant

• Certified Small Group Instructor and Platoon Sergeant MILITARY SERVICE

United States Marine Corps

Rank: Corporal/E4

• Warehouse Supply Specialist

• Responsible for receiving and issuing bulk gear

• Maintaining and proper storage of bulk material

COACHING ACTIVITIES

• Head Coach Ruell Blair Little League Football (2007)

• Assistant Head Coach Denbigh High School Boys Varsity Basketball (2000-2003)

• Assistant Head Coach Boo Williams AAU Boys 14 and under (2002)

• Counselor at Ric Wilson's Next Level Basketball Camp (1999-2003)

• Greater Hampton Roads Boys Club

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