LaQuesha Quinn
Wentzville
Summary
Homicide Detective with 24+ years at St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, recognized for pioneering investigative methods and effective community engagement. Skilled in evidence collection and courtroom testimony, consistently achieving successful resolutions in intricate criminal cases.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homicide Detective
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
St. Louis
01.2023 - Current
- Investigated homicide cases, and worked directly with the FBI on multiple cases.
- Gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Analyzed crime scenes, documenting findings and preserving physical evidence.
- Collaborated with forensic teams to process and analyze forensic evidence.
- Developed case files, organizing documentation for prosecution and court presentation.
- Conducted surveillance operations to gather intelligence on suspects' activities.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing investigations for departmental review and legal proceedings.
- Coordinated with local agencies to share information and resources during investigations.
- Analyzed physical evidence such as fingerprints, DNA samples, and ballistics.
- Assisted patrol officers in responding quickly to violent crimes or situations involving potential suspects.
- Identified possible connections between different homicide cases that may have been committed by the same perpetrator.
- Prepared detailed reports on all investigative activities including interviews and laboratory results.
- Established contacts within the community who could provide useful information about criminal activity.
- Interviewed family members of victims who may be able to provide insight into their loved one's death.
- Collaborated with prosecutors to prepare cases for trial or plea bargaining negotiations.
- Monitored surveillance footage from public cameras when investigating homicides or other crimes.
- Participated in stake-outs of suspected criminals or locations related to homicides.
- Reviewed police reports, court documents, and other records to identify leads in investigations.
- Obtained search warrants from judges authorizing searches of homes, businesses, or vehicles connected with a homicide case.
- Coordinated with medical examiners and forensic scientists to collect evidence from crime scenes.
- Maintained a database of information about unsolved homicides for future reference purposes.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings regarding criminal investigations and findings.
- Conducted background checks on suspects using databases such as NCIC.
- Attended autopsies conducted by medical examiners to determine cause of death in suspicious deaths.
- Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
- Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
- Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
- Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
- Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
- Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
Police Officer
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
St. Louis
11.2001 - Current
- Patrolled assigned areas to maintain public safety and deter criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted investigations and gathered evidence for criminal cases.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and improve relations.
- Enforced laws and regulations, ensuring compliance within the community.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents and observations during shifts.
- Trained new recruits on departmental policies and procedures effectively.
- Engaged in ongoing training to stay updated on law enforcement techniques.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Counseled victims of domestic violence regarding available resources and legal options.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Performed searches for missing persons using a variety of investigative methods.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Educated youth groups about the dangers of drug abuse and gang violence.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Maximized data collection accuracy scores by recording, storing and analyzing security information with zero discrepancies.
- Attained staff feedback to deliver information to superiors for corrective action.
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for criminal prosecution case logs, records, reports and agendas.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Created youth and public outreach programs and neighborhood watches while teaching D.A.R.E. and G.R.E.A.T. classes to local schools.
Juvenile Detective
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
St. Louis
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted investigations into juvenile offenses and criminal activities.
- Collaborated with social services to assess youth needs and interventions.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to gather relevant information.
- Developed community outreach programs to educate youth on crime prevention.
- Prepared detailed reports for court proceedings and legal documentation.
- Coordinated with school officials to address safety concerns and incidents.
- Mentored junior detectives in investigative techniques and case management.
- Analyzed crime trends to inform department strategies on juvenile delinquency prevention.
- Conducted Interviews with victims, witnesses, suspects, and other law enforcement personnel.
- Developed case theories and strategies to investigate crimes involving juveniles.
- Collaborated with local government officials to develop effective prevention strategies aimed at reducing juvenile crime rates.
- Advised parents on how best to handle their child's delinquent behavior while also providing resources for additional support services.
- Educated school staff members on ways they can help prevent juvenile delinquency within their student body.
- Collaborated with prosecutors to ensure that appropriate charges were filed against offenders.
- Participated in undercover operations targeting illegal activities involving juveniles.
- Attended regular meetings with supervisors to discuss ongoing investigations and review new leads or developments in existing cases.
- Investigated and documented juvenile crime cases.
- Initiated proactive policing efforts to reduce juvenile crime by developing positive relationships with community organizations and local schools.
- Created detailed reports documenting all investigative findings related to each case.
- Facilitated communication between law enforcement agencies regarding cases involving multiple jurisdictions.
- Analyzed data from various sources including police reports, social media posts and financial records to identify patterns of criminal behavior among at-risk youth populations.
- Assisted in the preparation of court documents including search warrants, affidavits and criminal complaints.
- Performed background checks on individuals suspected of involvement in juvenile delinquency activities.
- Gathered evidence such as physical evidence, surveillance footage, photographs and documents.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism when interacting with both adults and minors during investigations.
- Supervised field training exercises for new officers assigned to the Juvenile Division.
- Provided courtroom testimony in criminal proceedings related to juvenile delinquency cases.
- Counseled juveniles who had been arrested or detained about the consequences of their actions and potential alternatives.
- Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
- Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
- Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
- Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
- Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
- Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
- Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
- Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
- Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
- Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
- Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
- Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
- Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
- Obtained warrants to search properties for evidence of criminal activity.
- Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas, and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest to gather statements for use in criminal investigations.
- Mitigated risk, accurately analyzing, and evaluating criminal information while processing crime scenes.
- Shortened criminal investigation lead time, executing operational protocol for criminal and non-criminal violations.
- Conducted background investigations for personnel security clearances.
- Delivered maximum levels of accuracy when conducting stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
- Eliminated process discrepancies by accurately investigating organized crime, homicide, fraud and other major crime cases while preparing, submitting, and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Strengthened traceability, developing organization systems for criminal prosecutory case logs, records, reports, and agendas.
- Created process to capture, integrate, and maintain data supporting field information applications.
Education
College Career -
Webster University
St. Louis12.2025
High School Graduate -
Gateway High School
St. Louis05.1998
Skills
- Innovative
- Gifted
- Captivating civil servant
- Decorated law enforcement officer/detective
- Over 25 years of experience
- Ready to advance any department into the next echelon
- Investigative techniques
- Report writing
- Community outreach
- Evidence collection
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Legal procedures
- Forensic science
- Crime scene analysis
- Courtroom testimony
- Physical fitness
- Patience and perseverance
- Interrogation techniques
- Emergency investigations
- Interviewing witnesses
- Pattern recognition
- Controlled tactical operations
- Witness interviewing
- Locating individuals
- Evidence control
- Writing reports
- Interrogation skills
- Covert surveillance
- Interviewing skills
- Photographic memory
- Ethical judgment
- Case report development
- Ballistics
- Crime solving
- Preparing for court
- Firearms proficiency
- Preserving crime scenes
- Interview techniques
- Leading team operations
- Interrogating suspects
- Interrogation
- Patience and persistence
- Mental agility
- Conducting investigations
- Criminal profiling
- Defensive tactics training
- Computer forensics
- DNA swabs
- Training proficiency
- Victim support
- Chain of custody
- Undercover experience
- Self-defense techniques
- Criminal investigation coordination
- Collecting statements
- Handwriting analysis
- Debriefing informants
- Fingerprint analysis
- Body language analysis
- Evaluating crime scenes
- Supervising investigations
- Case reviews
- Blood spatter patterns
- Report preparation
- Undercover operations
- Information gathering
- Testifying skills
- Community policing
- Lie detection
- Serving search warrants
- Fingerprint evidence
- Judicial procedures
- Scene processing
- Stakeout planning
- Motivational interviewing
- Negotiation tactics
- Logical reasoning
- Criminal law proficiency
- Maintaining compliance
- Undercover investigations
- Event surveillance
Awards
- Award of Excellence
- 2020 (2X)
- 2021 (3X)
- 2022 (1X)
- Officer of the Month, 2023
Certification
POST CERTIFICATED
References
References available upon request.
Training
- HUMAN TRAFFICKING
- RACIALPROFILING
- COURTROOM TESTIMONY
- CPR-RECERTIFICATION
- ETHICS
- SEXUAL HARASSMENT
- SEXUAL ASSUALT RESP
- ACTIVE SHOOTER
- FTO CERTIFICATION
- DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
- NON-BIASED POLICING
- PURSUITS/VEHICLE SAFETY
- DEFENSIVE TACTICS
- CRISIS INTERVENTION/Non-Biased
- ANTI-HARASSMENT TRAINING
- ULTIMATE SURVIVAL
- IMPLICIT BIAS
- CONFLICT DE-ESCALATION
- LGBTQ NON BIAS
- CHILD ABUSE INVESTIGATIONA
- FIREARMS
- TASER
Timeline
Homicide Detective
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2023 - Current
Juvenile Detective
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
12.2021 - 01.2023
Police Officer
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
11.2001 - Current
College Career -
Webster University
High School Graduate -
Gateway High School