Christopher Crews
Stockton
Summary
Law Enforcement Professional with thirty years of experience in Law Enforcement. Involving the investigation of both Crimes against Person as well as Property Crimes to include extensive white collar investigation experience. Also trained in Arson Investigation through the State of Georgia.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lieutenant Professional Standards
Valdosta Police Department
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multiple departments to develop effective strategies for case management and resource allocation.
- Conducted detailed investigations, gathering essential evidence to support legal proceedings.
- Conducted public presentations on various topics related to law enforcement responsibilities or community issues; effectively educating citizens while fostering strong relationships.
- Oversee Internal Affairs Investigations.
- Oversee recruitment as well as the hiring process for the department.
- Oversee the Citizens Police Academy.
- Oversee the examination of all uses of force from the department.
- Investigate all citizen complaints related to department personnel.
Sergeant Criminal Investigations
Valdosta Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2024
- Sergeant Property Crimes Unit 2022 -2024.
- Sergeant Persons Crime Unit 2014 - 2022.
- Sergeant Burglary Unit 2014 - 2015.
- Headed up the Arson Unit for the Department.
- Assisted in the investigation of more than 100 Homicides with the City of Valdosta.
- Worked numerous cases involving fraud, and related white collar issues.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Detective Valdosta Police Department
Valdosta Police Department
01.2006 - 03.2014
- Led criminal investigations, utilizing advanced forensic techniques and evidence collection methods.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance information sharing and investigative outcomes.
- Mentored junior detectives in case management and investigative best practices.
- Developed strategic plans for major crime investigations, ensuring timely resolution of cases.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and suspects, extracting critical information for case development.
- Prepared detailed reports and presentations for court proceedings, enhancing prosecutorial effectiveness.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.
- Testified in Local, State, and Federal Court.
Education
No Degree - Professional Management Program
Columbus State University
Columbus, Georgia, GANo Degree - Arson Investigation
Arson Investigation
Forsyth, GANo Degree - Arson Investigation
Arson Investigation
Emmitsburg, PA Skills
- Decision-making
- Report writing
- Public relations
- Meetings and presentations
- Program coordination
- Staff oversight
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- White Collar Investigations Training
- Certified Arson Investigator Georgia
Accomplishments
Successfully supervised multiple detectives in three separate units in the Criminal Investigations Division, Persons, Property, and Burglary Unit.
Successful oversaw the Department Arson Unit for ten plus years.
Successful obtained certification as a Internal Affairs Investigator.
Certification
Certified Arson Investigator.
Certified Internal Affairs Investigator.
Certified Peace Officer State of Georgia.
Timeline
Lieutenant Professional Standards
Valdosta Police Department
01.2024 - Current
Sergeant Criminal Investigations
Valdosta Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2024
Detective Valdosta Police Department
Valdosta Police Department
01.2006 - 03.2014
No Degree - Professional Management Program
Columbus State University
No Degree - Arson Investigation
Arson Investigation
No Degree - Arson Investigation
Arson Investigation