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Colán Donovan McClelland

Dunadry,United Kingdom

Summary

A highly skilled and motivated professional with extensive training in serious and complex investigations, including College of Policing PIP 2 certification. Expertise as a Suspect and Witness Interviewer specialist, complemented by ten years experience as an Interview manager, implementing and overseeing interview strategies. Proficient in Holmes Receiver training for material assessment and action raising in investigations. Demonstrates excellence in evidence interpretation, prosecution file preparation, and evidence gathering. Known for exceptional communication skills, aiming to leverage these competencies to drive successful investigative outcomes.

Astute Criminal Investigator with extensive experience within suspect interview. Using innovative approaches and proven techniques in information gathering for comprehensive case files and swift prosecution.

A dedicated Investigator who also trained in professional teaching in order to assist and advise junior colleagues in the team and the policing college.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Criminal investigator

PSNI
Armagh, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon
01.2008 - 01.2025
  • Conducted comprehensive investigations into criminal homicides, securing successful prosecutions.
  • Compiled detailed prosecution files for homicide cases to support legal proceedings.
  • Managed complex suspect interview processes, collaborating with the Senior Investigating Officer.
  • Investigated serious crimes promptly, assuring local community of security measures.
  • Implemented innovative investigative techniques to enhance departmental performance.
  • Resolved intricate cases through meticulous preparation and strategic planning.
  • Trained junior investigators in effective interview techniques to foster team excellence.
  • Liaised consistently with legal professionals to ensure thorough understanding of investigations.
  • Analysed patterns in criminal behaviour, aiding proactive preventative measures.

Police officer

PSNI
Larne, Antrim
08.2002 - 01.2008
  • Utilised negotiation skills to defuse volatile situations calmly and peacefully.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring effective intervention and support.
  • Coordinated with social services agencies to assist vulnerable individuals in need.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into reported crimes, resulting in successful resolutions.
  • Maintained public order through proactive patrolling of designated areas.
  • Fostered trust and cooperation within the local community via outreach programmes.
  • Enhanced community safety by implementing regular crime prevention initiatives.
  • Applied proven de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts and diffuse tensions.

Education

Advanced Certificate of Higher Education - Professional Teaching

University of Ulster
Jordanstown, Antrim and Newtownabbey
09.2018 - 05.2020

Diploma of Higher Education - Police Studies

Ulster University
Jordanstown, Antrim and Newtownabbey
08.2002 - 08.2004

Higher National Diploma - Travel & Tourism Management

Ulster University
Jordanstown, Antrim and Newtownabbey
09.1996 - 05.1998

Certificate of Higher Education - Business & Finance

Ulster University
Jordanstown, Antrim and Newtownabbey
09.1995 - 06.1996

Skills

  • PIP 2 trained in serious investigations
  • Tier 3 suspect interviewer
  • Tier 3 witness interviewer
  • COP Tier 5 interview manager
  • Holmes receiver for serious investigations
  • Evidence interpretation and gathering
  • Intelligence collection
  • Prosecution file preparation
  • Communication skills

Accomplishments

    Commended for investigation into the murder of Mrs. Rankin

    Highly commended for investigation into the murder of Constable Carroll

    Commended for investigation into the murder of Mr Cheung

    Commended for investigation into the murder of AJ Thompson

Certification

  • 2004 - Certificate in Police studies
  • 2008 - College of Policing PIP level 2 trained - Serious & Complex crime
  • 2010 - Tier 3 Specialist Suspect Interview - Serious & Complex crime
  • 2011 - Tier 3 Specialist Witness Interviewer - Serious & complex crime
  • 2015 - Tier 5 Interview Manager & Advisor - Serious & Complex crime
  • 2015 - Holmes Receiver Trained for Major Incident Room
  • 2021 - Advanced Certificate in Professional Teaching


Affiliations

  • Represented the PSNI amateur boxing team Captained the PSNI Gaelic Football team Chairman of the PSNI Gaelic Football team

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Advanced Certificate of Higher Education - Professional Teaching

University of Ulster
09.2018 - 05.2020

Criminal investigator

PSNI
01.2008 - 01.2025

Police officer

PSNI
08.2002 - 01.2008

Diploma of Higher Education - Police Studies

Ulster University
08.2002 - 08.2004

Higher National Diploma - Travel & Tourism Management

Ulster University
09.1996 - 05.1998

Certificate of Higher Education - Business & Finance

Ulster University
09.1995 - 06.1996
Colán Donovan McClelland