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Kevin Leahy

Newmarket,ON

Summary

Dedicated 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

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Inspector

Toronto Police Service
08.1993 - Current
  • Enhanced community safety by developing and implementing strategic policing initiatives.
  • Reduced crime rates through effective deployment and management of patrol officers.
  • Improved officer performance by conducting regular evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
  • Streamlined communication by establishing clear protocols and procedures.
  • Managed personnel scheduling, ensuring optimal coverage during peak times and effective response to emergency situations.
  • Conducted thorough investigations on high-profile cases, resulting in successful prosecution of offenders.
  • Mentored officers, fostering professional growth and encouraging career advancement .
  • Oversaw budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility while maintaining necessary resources for operations.
  • Served as incident commander during critical events and emergencies, coordinating all aspects of response efforts efficiently.
  • Promoted culture of accountability among officers by setting high standards for conduct and performance evaluation systems that rewarded excellence while identifying areas for improvement.
  • Championed diversity through targeted internal recruitment campaigns aimed at underrepresented communities within specialized units.
  • Managed professional standards investigations fairly and impartially, upholding Service integrity at all times.
  • Facilitated inter-departmental coordination on complex cases, promoting information sharing and collaborative problem solving,
  • Led successful operations targeting criminal activities such as drug trafficking and gang violence, resulting in increased arrests and convictions.
  • Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies for intelligence sharing and coordinated law enforcement efforts.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple suspects or jurisdictions, ensuring accurate documentation and timely resolution of cases.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for large-scale events or potential threats, implementing security protocols accordingly.
  • Oversaw evidence collection procedures to maintain chain of custody integrity, ensuring admissibility in court proceedings.
  • Monitored crime trends within Toronto using data analysis tools, adjusting patrol strategies as needed for maximum impact.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
  • Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
  • Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
  • Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.
  • Testified in court during criminal proceedings and trials.
  • Investigated homicides and suspicious deaths identifying those individuals responsible.
  • Interviewed officers eligible for promotions and trained new hires in detective units.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Police Foundations Leadership

Humber College
Toronto, ON
12.2015

Skills

  • Crisis Management
  • Legal Knowledge
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Investigative Techniques
  • Team Building
  • Time Management
  • Decision Making
  • Problem Solving
  • Calm in Crisis Situations
  • Detailed Report Writing
  • Risk Assessment
  • Case Report Writing

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Police Inspector

Toronto Police Service
08.1993 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Police Foundations Leadership

Humber College

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