Christopher Prescott
Senior Investigation Professional
Wiesbaden
Summary
Accomplished International Liaison Officer with a proven track record at the United Kingdom National Crime Agency, adept in fostering strategic partnerships and managing risk. Excelled in leading high-stakes investigations, enhancing issue resolution through effective communication and technical knowledge. Demonstrated expertise in report generation and incidents management, significantly contributing to international crime combatting efforts.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
International Liaison Officer
United Kingdom National Crime Agency
04.2021 - Current
- Supported organizational goals by facilitating exchange of information between international policing agencies on over 700 investigations
- Developed strong working relationships with external partners at all levels, strengthening collaboration on joint initiatives to combat international serious and organsied crime
- Managed complex high risk activities both at operational and strategic levels.
- Liaised between internal departments and external partners to promote efficient communication and collaboration on an international basis
- Contributed to wider UK diplomatic negotiations including post BREXIT international policing agreements
- Supported international criminal investigations by providing strategic advice and leadership
- Represented UK law enforcement on an international stage
Senior Investigator
United Kingdom National Crime Agency
01.2014 - 04.2021
- Established strong relationships with key community members for valuable information gathering purposes.
- Spearheaded undercover operations, including use of pioneering tactics in child exploitation investigation, resulting in successful apprehension of high-level suspects with 95% successful conviction rate
- Lead complex multi agency teams in high risk environments consisting of over 30 staff
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to field of investigation keeping up-to-date on current trends techniques.
- Trained team members in investigative techniques and policies.
- Testified in court proceedings as expert witness, providing credible testimony that influenced case outcomes.
- Coordinated multi-agency task forces to tackle large-scale investigations requiring cross-jurisdictional collaboration.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to facilitate joint investigations and share crucial information.
- Planned and supervised surveillance operations.
- Managed team of junior investigators, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall team performance
Investigator
United Kingdom Serious And Organised Crime Agency
03.2008 - 01.2014
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Assisted in the development of investigative strategies, resulting in more efficient case resolutions.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Maintain a professional tone.
- Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
- Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing effective interviewing techniques.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and victims
- Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.
- Ensured compliance with legal regulations during investigations, minimizing risk for litigation or procedural errors.
Environmental Crime Investigator
United Kingdom Environment Agency
03.2001 - 03.2008
- Lead investigations into national and transnational environmental crime managing over 50 investigations a year
- Monitored and enforced against compliance regime breaches and failings,
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations or compliance breaches
- Assisted in development of investigative strategies, resulting in more efficient case resolutions.
- Presented evidence in both criminal and civil court proceedings in over 100 porceedings
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography And Political Geography
University of Liverpool
Liverpool 04.2001 -
Skills
Certification
Accredited Senior investigation supervisor
Timeline
International Liaison Officer
United Kingdom National Crime Agency
04.2021 - Current
Accredited national specialist interview advisors
10-2017
Accredited Senior investigation supervisor
06-2015
Senior Investigator
United Kingdom National Crime Agency
01.2014 - 04.2021
Accredit level 1 surveillance operative
01-2010
Investigator
United Kingdom Serious And Organised Crime Agency
03.2008 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Geography And Political Geography
University of Liverpool
04.2001 -
Environmental Crime Investigator
United Kingdom Environment Agency
03.2001 - 03.2008
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