Vernon Tuttle
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dynamic detective with extensive experience at Edmonton Police Service, excelling in criminal investigations and evidence collection. Proven track record in judicial authorizations and team leadership, successfully mitigating community harm through strategic offender management. Recognized for effective communication and innovative approaches to complex cases, enhancing public safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Institutional Investigation Unit (Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted investigations for all crimes in four Edmonton correctional institutions.
- Investigated crimes including aggravated assault, murder, vandalism, and drug trafficking.
- Prepared judicial authorizations to seize weapons and drugs and obtain necessary records.
- Coordinated arrest and surveillance teams for complex cases.
- Participated in Gang Symposium with Calgary Police Service to enhance crime-fighting strategies.
- Attended Western Canada Homicide Conference to stay updated on investigative techniques.
- Achieved Pilot Certification for Transport Canada Remotely Piloted Aircraft Advanced Operations.
Integrated Offender Management Unit (Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
05.2021 - 09.2023
- Managed caseload of top five percent prolific offenders in Edmonton area to mitigate community harm.
- Collaborated with social worker to develop community support systems for offenders.
- Focused on interventions aimed at reducing criminal activity through comprehensive support services.
- Facilitated access to income and employment opportunities for offenders to promote stability.
- Coordinated addiction treatment and counseling services to address substance abuse issues.
- Provided mental health services to enhance overall well-being of offenders.
- Secured housing assistance and legal support to assist reintegration into society.
- Delivered education and life skills training to empower offenders for successful futures.
Sergeant
Edmonton Police Service
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Managed offender management program for prolific and violent crime offenders.
- Oversaw a team of civilian analysts, intelligence clerks, probation and parole officers, and constables.
- Coordinated proactive enforcement and crime prevention initiatives targeting prolific offenders.
- Conducted curfew checks using patrol officers, beat officers, and community liaison officers.
Patrol Support Team (Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
11.2017 - 05.2019
- Presented at Calgary Police Service Gangs and Guns Symposium to share insights on crime trends.
- Participated in Crisis Negotiators Conference to enhance negotiation skills within law enforcement.
- Engaged in Countering Violent Extremism Seminar to address community safety issues.
- Led investigations into serious crimes, including weapons trafficking, domestic violence, and drug offenses.
- Mentored Patrol Constables by delivering guidance and investigative training sessions.
- Authored and secured judicial authorizations for searches, GPS tracking, and financial record retrieval.
- Conducted arrests and structured interviews with victims, witnesses, and suspects during investigations.
- Developed Strategic Operational Plans targeting prolific property crime offenders across central Alberta.
Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit
Edmonton Police Service
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Completed Alberta Specialized Law Enforcement Training in Asset Forfeiture and Gang Symposium.
- Participated in Fentanyl Handling lecture and Understanding Fentanyl Workshop with Dr. Rashiq.
- Completed Canadian Police College Organized Crime Course, enhancing investigative skills.
- Served as primary investigator in numerous drug trafficking cases involving gang members and organized crime.
- Conducted surveillance on suspects implicated in drug trafficking and documented multiple sales transactions.
- Authored Tracking Device Warrants to support ongoing investigations.
- Executed Search Warrants targeting illegal drugs, proceeds of crime, and weapons.
- Coordinated efforts among various law enforcement agencies during multi-jurisdictional investigations across Alberta and British Columbia.
Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit
Edmonton Police Service
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Conducted surveillance on high-level, multi-jurisdictional drug trafficking targets and organized crime groups.
- Provided cover for undercover officers during drug purchases from street-level traffickers.
- Instructed Alberta Specialized Law Enforcement Training course on surveillance techniques.
Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit
Edmonton Police Service
11.2013 - 01.2014
- Participated in Central East African Criminal Networks Training Conference to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Acquired information through Counter-Intelligence Training to support ongoing investigations.
- Conducted extensive investigations into drug trafficking involving gang members and organized crime.
- Served as investigator, affiant, confidential source handler, and surveillance operator during operations.
- Interviewed confidential informants to gather intelligence on illegal drug and firearms trafficking.
- Authored and secured judicial authorization for 'One Party Consent' in weapons investigation.
Edmonton Integrated Intelligence Unit
Edmonton Police Service
05.2011 - 11.2013
- Completed EPS Confidential Informant Handling Course and Open Source Investigations Course.
- Acquired skills in surveillance as a trained Aircraft Observer.
- Gained expertise in lock picking through Technical Entry Concepts Course.
- Participated in Canadian Police Knowledge Network Search Warrant Course.
- Attended Western Canada Organized Crime & Gang Conference to enhance knowledge on organized crime.
- Conducted extensive surveillance on drug trafficking suspects, gathering critical evidence.
- Executed interviews with confidential informants to uncover illegal trafficking networks.
- Authored and secured Search Warrants for confiscation of illegal drugs and firearms.
Professional Standards Branch (Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
09.2009 - 03.2010
- Completed Forensic Interviewing and Interrogation course to enhance investigative skills.
- Conducted complex investigations into alleged criminal activity by sworn police officers.
Constable & Acting Sergeant
Edmonton Police Service
04.2007 - 09.2009
- Evaluation and dispatch of police calls for service.
- Managed both sworn and civilian 911 operators, call evaluators, and sworn police dispatchers for the entire city of Edmonton.
Gang Unit (Constable & Acting Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
03.2006 - 04.2007
- Led numerous investigations into drug trafficking and violent crimes involving gang members and organized crime groups.
- Conducted surveillance for drug trafficking cases to gather actionable intelligence.
- Provided cover for undercover officers during drug purchases from street-level traffickers.
- Engaged in interactions and interviews with drug users, traffickers, and purchasers of illegal substances.
- Authored and secured Tracking Device Warrants and C.D.S.A. Search Warrants for cocaine, methamphetamine, and marijuana.
- Executed Search Warrants resulting in the seizure of various drugs and weapons.
- Served as primary investigator, affiant, exhibit handler, and surveillance coordinator throughout operations.
Divisional Special Project Team
Edmonton Police Service
10.2004 - 03.2006
- Completed EPS Basic Surveillance course enhancing foundational surveillance skills.
- Achieved certification in Advanced Mobile Surveillance Techniques from Criminal Intelligence Service of Alberta.
- Conducted proactive enforcement operations targeting known criminal organizations.
- Executed surveillance for investigations related to property crime and drug trafficking.
- Participated in extensive drug investigations involving interaction with drug users and dealers.
- Authored and secured search warrants for seizure of drugs, weapons, and stolen property.
Patrol Division (Constable)
Edmonton Police Service
03.1996 - 10.2004
- Completed EPS Basic Surveillance course to enhance investigative skills.
- Graduated from Criminal Intelligence Service of Alberta’s Advanced Mobile Surveillance Techniques Course.
- Conducted proactive enforcement targeting known criminal organizations.
- Executed surveillance operations for property crime and narcotics investigations.
- Engaged in multiple drug investigations, conducting interviews with users and dealers.
- Authored and secured search warrants for seizing drugs, weapons, and stolen property.
Animal Cruelty Investigator (Special Constable)
Edmonton Humane Society
07.1991 - 03.1996
- Conducted investigations into animal cruelty and neglect cases.
- Collaborated with law enforcement on legal case preparations.
- Collected evidence and documented findings for reports.
- Interviewed witnesses and owners to gather information.
- Educated the public on animal welfare laws and regulations.
- Developed training materials for new investigative staff members.
- Maintained case files and records in compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated with veterinary professionals for animal assessments and care.
Education
Law Enforcement Program -
Grant MacEwan College
Edmonton, AB01.1991
Skills
- Criminal investigation
- Evidence collection
- Interrogation techniques
- Judicial authorizations
- Surveillance operations
- Case management
- Intelligence coordination
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Certification
- Intoxilyzer Technician Certification, 11/23/99
- DARE Instructor Certification, Not Provided
- Carbine Assault Rifle & Shotgun Operator Certification, Not Provided
- Conductive Energy Weapon Certification, Not Provided
- Tactical Communications for Peace Officers Course (Verbal Judo), Not Provided
- EPS Confidential Informant Handling Course, Not Provided
- Open Source Investigations Course, Not Provided
- Surveillance Aircraft Observer Training, Not Provided
- Technical Entry Concepts Course, Not Provided
- Canadian Police Knowledge Network Search Warrant Course, Not Provided
- Basic Law Enforcement Thermography Course, Not Provided
- EPS Risk Effective Decision-Making Course, Not Provided
- Alberta Specialized Law Enforcement Training Surveillance Techniques Course, Not Provided
- Alberta Specialized Law Enforcement Training Asset Forfeiture Course, Not Provided
- Alberta Specialized Law Enforcement Training - Gang Symposium, Not Provided
- Fentanyl Handling Lecture, Not Provided
- Understanding Fentanyl Workshop, Not Provided
- Canadian Police College Organized Crime Course, Not Provided
- Crisis Negotiators Conference Calgary Police Service, Not Provided
- Countering Violent Extremism Seminar, Not Provided
- Transport Canada Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Advanced Operations Court (Pilot Certification), Not Provided
Accomplishments
- Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal Recipient for Innovation in Policing in Restorative Justice (2022)
- National Police Officers Long Service Recognition Medal (2016 and 2021)
Timeline
Institutional Investigation Unit (Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
09.2023 - Current
Integrated Offender Management Unit (Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
05.2021 - 09.2023
Sergeant
Edmonton Police Service
05.2019 - 05.2021
Patrol Support Team (Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
11.2017 - 05.2019
Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit
Edmonton Police Service
06.2015 - 11.2017
Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit
Edmonton Police Service
01.2014 - 06.2015
Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit
Edmonton Police Service
11.2013 - 01.2014
Edmonton Integrated Intelligence Unit
Edmonton Police Service
05.2011 - 11.2013
Professional Standards Branch (Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
09.2009 - 03.2010
Constable & Acting Sergeant
Edmonton Police Service
04.2007 - 09.2009
Gang Unit (Constable & Acting Detective)
Edmonton Police Service
03.2006 - 04.2007
Divisional Special Project Team
Edmonton Police Service
10.2004 - 03.2006
Patrol Division (Constable)
Edmonton Police Service
03.1996 - 10.2004
Animal Cruelty Investigator (Special Constable)
Edmonton Humane Society
07.1991 - 03.1996
Law Enforcement Program -
Grant MacEwan College