Vicky Jones
Littlehampton ,Sussex
Summary
An experienced Investigation Specialist with a proven track record of success and an exemplary 23-year career with Sussex Police; providing high-level research and investigative skills for criminal cases. Experienced in serious and complex investigations, crime scene management, interviewing offenders, case file preparation, and presentation of evidence at court. Passed the National Investigators Exam in 2017.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work history
Detective Constable Cyber Crime
Sussex Police
Haywards Heath , West Sussex
2023.09 - Current
- Investigations in to complex cyber dependent crimes committed by UK suspects, against UK victims
- Crypto Currency tracing qualified (Chainalysis)
- Analysation of blockchain transactions to follow movement of digital assest
- Awareness of TRM Labs
- Joint working with financial services and banks
- Cybercrime threat investigator (Accredited by QA)
- Qualified in Cyber Crime Investigation and Foundation (Firebrand)
- Currently seconded to Regional Cyber crime pursue team
- Dealing with serious and organised crime across South East of England
- Collaboration closely with National Crime Agency, Border Force and HM Revenue and Customs to disrupt high harm criminals
- Manages caseload effectively, ensuring all leads are pursued and documented thoroughly
- Assisted in training new recruits, sharing knowledge and expertise on investigative procedures and protocols
Detective Constable Online Investigations
Sussex Police
Haywards Heath , Sussex
2015.01 - 2023.09
- Investigate serious, sexual crimes against children within Paedophile Online Investigation Team
- Dealt with high levels of complexity and sensitivity
- Identify victim(s) and conduct interviews to gather evidence
- Apply for, and execute Section 4 and Section 8 PACE warrants to secure evidence
- Live examination and interrogation of computer devices with specific forensic tools
- Trained in Cellebrite, (deep mobile phone extractions)
- Trained in Axiom (detailed analysis and cross-platform evidence correlation)
- Worked under pressure whilst maintaining attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
- IP address interrogation
- Prepare files for court, and give evidence at court
- Joint working with other agencies such as Social Services, housing, local authorities and international law enforcement, to ensure safeguarding of individuals
- Interview suspects in accordance with PACE and Human Rights Act. Specialist Andromeda ORBIT Interview trained
- Submission of RIPA (Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000) applications
- Completion and updating of crime reports with investigation progress
- Taking witness statements and Achieving Best Evidence interviewing witnesses
Police Constable
Sussex Police
Hove, Brighton and Hove
2007.01 - 2015.01
- Schools Intervention Officer
- Policing 32 schools in Brighton & Hove area
- Responding to incidents in live time
- General policing duties
- Heading multi-agency meetings
- Handled sensitive information confidentially-respecting privacy rights of individuals involved in cases
- Completed detailed incident reports, providing comprehensive information for follow-up actions
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance crime prevention efforts
- Educated students about personal safety and crime
Police Constable
Sussex Police
Hove , Sussex
2003.03 - 2007.01
- Response officer, responding to all emergency calls
- Conducting end-to-end investigations
- Taking ownership of problem profiles
- Working with external agencies to identify resolutions
- General policing duties
- Promoting safety at major events
- Made quick decisions during high-stress situations, minimising danger to public and fellow officers.
Education
GCSEs -
A Levels - undefined
Skills
- Planned and coordinated investigative activity and resources to tight deadlines
- Ensured interviews with all witnesses / suspects met with current policies and procedures
- Briefed senior management, legal representatives and other related parties on investigations
- Prepared investigation strategies to process enquiries including risk assessments
- Undertook crime scene examinations to recover evidence to support investigations
- Conducted complex criminal investigations in line with current legislation
- Led criminal investigations in demanding operational environments with limited resources
- Managed and recorded property recovered during criminal investigations
- Presented oral and written evidence during criminal proceedings in court
EARLY CAREER
- Holiday Rep JMC
- Travel Agent Thomas Cook
PERSONAL
Full clean driving licence
Timeline
Detective Constable Cyber Crime
Sussex Police
2023.09 - Current
Detective Constable Online Investigations
Sussex Police
2015.01 - 2023.09
Police Constable
Sussex Police
2007.01 - 2015.01
Police Constable
Sussex Police
2003.03 - 2007.01