Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
Awards
Languages
References
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Michelle Roch

Winnipeg,Manitoba

Summary

Detective Sergeant with a proven track record in high-risk investigations and team leadership. Expert in forming strategic partnerships with community agencies to enhance public safety. Recognized for effective problem-solving and resource management during major incidents, ensuring operational efficiency and safety protocols. Skilled in crisis management, law enforcement techniques, and communication.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patrol Sergeant

Winnipeg Police Service
04.2022 - Current
  • Directed and oversaw supervision, evaluation, development, and training of Constables during shifts.
  • Ensured adherence to procedures and regulations while conducting thorough investigations.
  • Assumed command during major incidents to manage scene control and officer safety.
  • Coordinated resource management to support effective incident responses.

Detective Sergeant

Manitoba Integrated High Risk Sex Offender Unit
Winnipeg, MB
04.2017 - 04.2023
  • Co-managed unit alongside RCMP Corporal under Staff Sergeant’s direction.
  • Supervised investigations on high-risk sex offenders in compliance with federal and provincial laws.
  • Ensured effective enforcement of Manitoba’s National Sex Offender Registry.
  • Liaised with government, non-government agencies, and community groups to develop strategies.
  • Directed thorough evidence collection for investigations into serious crimes.
  • Mentored junior detectives, promoting professional growth and skill development.

Detective Sergeant

Professional Standards Unit
Winnipeg, Manitoba
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Managed investigations, preparing criminal cases for court and assisting prosecutors with trial preparations.
  • Investigated criminal allegations against WPS police and civilian staff under Sergeant's direction.
  • Coordinated with multiple agencies to share critical information and resources efficiently.
  • Conducted comprehensive interviews with witnesses and suspects to collect essential data.
  • Prepared detailed reports for court presentations and thorough case documentation.
  • Communicated proper procedures, judicial processes, and effective strategies for investigations.
  • Provided expert testimony in court regarding investigative procedures employed.

Detective Sergeant

West District Crime Unit
Winnipeg, MB
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Led major investigations under Sergeant’s direction, ensuring thorough adherence to procedures and regulations.
  • Supervised and mentored junior detectives, promoting professional growth and skill enhancement.
  • Conducted interviews with witnesses and suspects, gathering crucial information for investigations.
  • Directed surveillance operations targeting suspected criminal organizations or individuals.
  • Apprehended suspects post-investigation, reinforcing effective law enforcement strategies.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports detailing findings, conclusions, and recommendations from investigations.
  • Obtained search warrants based on probable cause, facilitating evidence collection.
  • Advised patrol officers on best practices for evidence handling at crime scenes.

Patrol Sergeant

West District
Winnipeg, Manitoba
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Under a Sergeant’s direction, I was a street-level supervisor, overseeing the supervision, evaluation, development, and training of Constables during a shift.
  • I ensured staff followed procedures and regulations, assumed control at incidents - especially emergent or dynamic situations - and made decisions about resources.

Constable

Central District Community Support Unit
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Under the Sergeant’s direction, I identified crime trends and neighbourhood issues and needs, and developed and implemented crime-suppression strategies to create sustainable solutions.
  • I was a visible police presence, built stakeholder relationships and conducted targeted enforcement in problem areas.
  • I also worked in a plainclothes capacity to accommodate policing initiatives with partners and participated in crime-reduction projects.

Constable

Central District
Winnipeg, Manitoba
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Under the Sergeant’s direction and reporting to a Patrol Sergeant, I responded to service calls and provided proactive policing, traffic and law enforcement, patrolling and investigation.
  • I ensured the protection of life and property, peace and order, crime prevention, and the detection and apprehension of offenders.

Detective

Child Abuse Unit
Winnipeg, Manitoba
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Under the Sergeant’s direction and reporting to a Detective Sergeant, I conducted physical and sexual abuse investigations of children and vulnerable persons, including child deaths and internet luring.
  • I remained abreast of investigations and acted as a resource to other service areas for training and policy development.
  • I liaised with related agencies, including the Crown, the RCMP Forensic Laboratories, the Health Sciences Centre, the Child Protection Centre and Child and Family Services.

Detective

East District
Winnipeg, Manitoba
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Under the Sergeant’s direction and reporting to a Detective Sergeant, I conducted criminal investigation follow-up, including commercial robberies and property offences (lower-value fraud, break-and-enter incidents, and stolen vehicles).
  • I identified crime patterns, employed investigative strategies to address these issues, and provided guidance at crime scenes.
  • I established relationships and worked with other WPS specialty units (Surveillance Unit, Identification Unit, Forensic Imagining Section, and Technological Crime) for further investigation.

Constable

Winnipeg Police Service
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Under the Sergeant’s direction and reporting to a Patrol Sergeant, I responded to service calls and provided patrolling, traffic enforcement, investigation services, and proactive policing.

Recruit Training

Winnipeg Police Service
01.2000 - 12.2000

Education

Leadership Courses -

City of Winnipeg
Winnipeg, Canada

Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN)
Canada

Courses -

Winnipeg Police Service
Winnipeg, Canada

University of Winnipeg
Winnipeg, Canada

Skills

  • Conflict mediation
  • Strategic planning
  • Issues management and communications
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Leadership and mentorship
  • Peer relations
  • Trauma-informed leadership

Affiliations

  • Never Alone Cancer Foundation
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Peer support program for the Winnipeg Police Service
  • Citizen of the Manitoba Metis Federation

Certification

  • Firearms Recertification, 06/20/24
  • Use of Force Recertification, 04/15/24
  • First Aid Recertification, 05/01/24
  • Driver Training Recertification, 04/07/25
  • Active Response Tactics, 08/04/25
  • Critical Incident Response Training
  • Approved Drug Screening
  • Standardized Field Sobriety
  • AlcoSensor FST Operator

Hobbies and Interests

  • Spending time with family and friends
  • Cycling
  • Sports
  • Cooking
  • Gardening
  • Hiking

Awards

The Governor General Award, Police Exemplary Service Medal, 02/06/20

Languages

French
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Patrol Sergeant

Winnipeg Police Service
04.2022 - Current

Detective Sergeant

Manitoba Integrated High Risk Sex Offender Unit
04.2017 - 04.2023

Detective Sergeant

Professional Standards Unit
01.2016 - 01.2018

Detective Sergeant

West District Crime Unit
01.2014 - 01.2016

Patrol Sergeant

West District
01.2013 - 01.2014

Constable

Central District Community Support Unit
01.2011 - 01.2013

Constable

Central District
01.2010 - 01.2011

Detective

Child Abuse Unit
01.2005 - 01.2009

Detective

East District
01.2004 - 01.2005

Constable

Winnipeg Police Service
01.2000 - 01.2004

Recruit Training

Winnipeg Police Service
01.2000 - 12.2000

Leadership Courses -

City of Winnipeg

Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN)

Courses -

Winnipeg Police Service

University of Winnipeg

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