Dillon Forkes
Grayslake
Summary
Highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective
Village of Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire
04.2022 - Current
- Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Analyzed evidence collected from crime scenes to identify potential suspects.
- Developed profiles of suspects based on evidence gathered.
- Organized surveillance operations for investigations.
Crash Consultant
Cooper Barrette Consulting
Woodstock
01.2021 - Current
- Documented crash scenes using sUAS and laser measuring tools
- Conducted vehicle examinations
- Downloaded vehicles through the Event Data Recorder
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Village of Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire
01.2018 - 04.2022
- Conducted traffic stops and issued citations for violations of motor vehicle laws.
- Investigated suspicious activities, persons, and vehicles.
- Responded to emergency calls involving disturbances, robberies, domestic disputes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to observe for criminal activity.
Kohl's Loss Prevention
Kohl's
Plainfield
04.2017 - 01.2018
- Monitored CCTV surveillance systems to detect suspicious activity.
- Conducted investigations into incidents of fraud, theft and other loss prevention violations.
Surveillance Agent
Hollywood Casino Aurora
Aurora
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Observed customers and employees to identify any suspicious behavior or criminal activity.
- Identified potential threats, such as loiterers or persons in restricted areas.
- Monitored security cameras and alarms to ensure the safety of personnel and property.
Security Officer
Hollywood Casino Aurora
Aurora
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Aurora University
Aurora, IL05-2016
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Criminal Investigations
- Planning and coordination
- Crime Prevention
- Conflict de-escalation
- Exceptional problem solver
Certification
- Certified Illinois Police Officer, 560 hours
- Certified Crash Reconstructionist, 280 hours
- Lead Homicide Investigator
- Field Training Officer
- Juvenile Officer
- Integrating Communications, Assessment and Tactics (ICAT) Instructor
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Accomplishments
- Lincolnshire Police Officer of the Year, 2021
- 2x Recipient of the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorist (AAIM) Award
Timeline
Detective
Village of Lincolnshire
04.2022 - Current
Crash Consultant
Cooper Barrette Consulting
01.2021 - Current
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Village of Lincolnshire
01.2018 - 04.2022
Kohl's Loss Prevention
Kohl's
04.2017 - 01.2018
Surveillance Agent
Hollywood Casino Aurora
09.2016 - 04.2017
Security Officer
Hollywood Casino Aurora
05.2016 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Aurora University