Adam Wolgast
Loves Park Police Dept
Rockford
1
Certification
21
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Detective with expertise in criminal investigations, report writing, and collaboration across law enforcement agencies. Proven ability to manage multiple complex cases to enhance public safety.
Work History
Task Force Officer
5 Years 11 Months- Collaborated with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to facilitate seamless coordination on joint operations.
- Managed complex investigations, ensuring timely completion and thorough documentation of all findings and actions taken.
- Participated with cross-functional teams in high-stakes investigations, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with federal regulations.
- Participated in undercover surveillance operations to monitor patterns of life for subjects in criminal investigations.
Detective
6 Years 7 Months- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses, victims, and suspects to solve complex cases.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies to enhance investigative efforts and share intelligence.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings and presenting cases to prosecution teams for legal action.
Police Officer
14 Years 5 Months- Managed emergency response situations, ensuring effective resolution and safety protocols.
- Trained new officers on departmental policies and operational procedures.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Enforced laws to maintain public safety and order.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
Infantry Squad Leader
6 Years- Graduated from Marine Corps boot camp in 2005
- Graduated from the School of Infantry in 2006
- Deployed to Iraq in 2008
- Promoted to Corporal (E-4) and Squad Leader in 2010
- Deployed to Southeast Asia in 2010
Education
High School Diploma
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Skills
Interview techniques
Criminal investigations
Report writing
Search warrants
Accomplishments
2023 Loves Park Police Officer of the Year
Most DUI arrests for the Loves Park Police Department in 2018
Certification
Cellebrite Certified Officer (CCO)
Lead Homicide Investigator
Force Science certification
Former Field Training Officer and Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) certification.
Timeline
Task Force Officer
FBI
09.2020 - CurrentRead More
Detective
Loves Park Police Dept
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
Police Officer
Loves Park Police Dept
03.2012 - CurrentRead More
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps Reserve
07.2005 - 07.2011Read More
Waubonsee Community College
No Degree from Criminal Justice
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Paw Paw High School
High School Diploma
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