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PatrickO'Connor
Summary

Goal-oriented law enforcement professional offering 24 years of experience as an investigator. Familiar with tactical, undercover and surveillance operations. Seasoned Precinct Squad Detective with decorated career in law enforcement dedicated to solving criminal cases. Hardworking and conscientious with high integrity and good clear rates. Skillfully obtain evidence and statements with both modern and traditional policing techniques.

Skills
  • Undercover experience
  • Conducting computer checks
  • Testifying skills
  • Report preparation
  • Researching skills
  • Event surveillance
  • Defensive tactics training
  • Preventing crimes
  • Interrogation skills
  • Judicial procedures knowledge
  • Debriefing informants
  • Locating individuals
  • Controlled tactical operations
  • Criminal investigation coordination
  • Serving search warrants
  • Firearms knowledge
  • Interviewing witnesses
  • Crime solving
  • Criminal law knowledge
  • Innovative
  • Case reviews
  • Evidence collection
  • Community relations
  • Interrogating suspects
  • Analyzing details
  • Judicial procedures
  • Witness interviewing
  • Maintaining compliance
  • Interviewing skills
  • Conducting investigations
Experience
Company Name | City, StateDetective11/2006 - Current
  • Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
  • Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
  • Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
  • Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
  • Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
  • Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
  • Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
  • Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
  • Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
  • Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
  • Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
  • Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
  • Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
  • Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
  • Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
  • Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
  • Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
  • Attended autopsies and took detailed notes on information relevant to case investigations.
  • Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
  • Communicated information on proper procedures, judicial processes and successful strategies for criminal investigations.
  • Processed crime scenes and collected substantial evidence to support court cases.
  • Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
  • Produced and pursued leads on continual basis.
  • Performed undercover work in person or through remote communications such as telephone calls.
  • Cordoned off scenes to protect evidence and prevent unauthorized access.
  • Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved integrity for court hearings.
Company Name | City, StatePolice Officer11/1997 - Current
  • Investigated criminal and traffic offenses.
  • Apprehended suspects, prepared case reports and testified in courtroom hearings.
  • Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.
  • Responded to and investigated security and burglar alarms.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols and properly handled all equipment, weapons and materials.
  • Made arrests for violations of criminal laws and conducted background investigations.
  • Served active warrants and subpoenas.
  • Responded to calls related to DWI, felonies, misdemeanors, domestic abuse and animal rescue.
  • Directed and controlled crowds at parades, funeral processions and sporting events.
  • Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen property.
  • Communicated with subjects and witnesses to acquire and verify information relevant to roadway accident investigations.
  • Wrote, reviewed and approved reports entered in county database.
  • Responded to civil unrest, search and rescue operations.
  • Assessed crime scenes upon arrival and secured areas.
  • Inspected squad vehicle and weapons daily and arranged for routine and special maintenance.
  • Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
  • Fostered rapport with school personnel and students to build trust and cultivate communication.
  • Gathered preliminary investigation information as first responder to crime scenes.
  • Liaised with school counselors and administrators regarding juvenile offenders.
Company Name | City, StateSecure Care Treatment Aid08/1993 - 12/1997
  • Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided basic care to over 30 patients per 8 hours by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and preparing meals.
  • Administered Anti Psychotic, and Medicinal medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
Education and Training
Audrey Cohen College | CityAssociate of Science in Social Work (64 Credits)
Activities and Honors

I was Humbled to be awarded the Cop of the Month on two occasions, and received recognition awards from the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce.

I have received numerous Police medals for Excellent Police Duty, and Meritorious Police Duty.

I was assigned to the September 11, Rescue and Recovery mission, various assignments of Ground Zero Site security, Recovery of evidence, Recovery of remains,and effects, notifications and follow up with families of the missing, Fresh Kills recovery effort, Heightened site security at strategic locations.

During the 2003 Blackout I conducted heightened security at Strategic locations and provided assistance to citizens in need.

During the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort I was assigned to process all Burglary, and Looting incidents and interrogate and obtain confessions from the perpetrators. Missing Person investigations and subsequent notifications were made when necessary.

During the Coronavirus Pandemic I was assigned to sanitize my entire office daily, and ensure proper sanitary conditions were maintained in my work place. Personal Protective Equipment was issued, maintained and utilized.

From 2001 through 2009 I was assigned as a Burglary Investigator. I have investigated and assisted in over 1,000 Burglary cases. The Richmond County District Attorney's office recognized me as a Professional Investigative witness for Burglary trials.

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School Attended

  • Audrey Cohen College

Job Titles Held:

  • Detective
  • Police Officer
  • Secure Care Treatment Aid

Degrees

  • Associate of Science in Social Work (64 Credits)

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