Understanding the new age of digital investigations
Learn how to conduct thorough investigations in Snapchat, TikTok, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, Venmo and Cash App
Learn how to conduct thorough investigations in Snapchat, TikTok, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, Venmo and Cash App
The ability for anyone to download a social media app, and have instant access to narcotics, has turned a younger generation into prolific drug dealers. Drug dealers, using social media applications, have made connections around the world. Human traffickers have turned to these apps to reach a broader clientele while thinking they have anonymity. The advent of making payments through apps electronically has streamlined the illicit flow of cash.
The courses offered will teach investigators how to complete investigations involving: Snapchat
Telegram
TikTok
Venmo
Cash App
The courses will teach investigators an overview of how to use the platforms, the information needed for preservation requests and search warrants, how to submit court orders through the different law enforcement portals, and how to decipher the data received pursuant to warrants and locate evidence. The course will provide investigators with the techniques to capture information in the apps, the language and lingo used, and case studies to accompany each of the social media and financial applications
I'm a narcotics investigator based in the Pacific Northwest and member of a HIDTA Task Force. I am also a Task Force Officer (TFO) with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I recognized an increased amount of fentanyl overdose deaths originating through deals established in Snapchat. I learned how to analyze the social media data to conduct criminal investigations, and successfully turned my cases into state and federal prosecutions. As drug dealing and social media have become more intertwined, I learned how to navigate drug deals taking place in Telegram, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Venmo and Cash App.
2021
Oregon Narcotics Enforcement Association Conference-Eagle Crest, OR
2022
International Narcotics Interdiction Association INIA - Nashville, TN
Oregon School Resource Officer Association - Welches, OR
NW Fraud Investigator Association Conference - Hood River, OR
HIDTA Sponsored Training Course - Salem, OR
Tennessee Narcotics Officer Association Conference -Chattanooga,TN
2023
HIDTA Sponsored Training Course - Boise, ID
RISSWEST Human Trafficking Summit - San Diego, CA
Texas Narcotics Officer Association Conference - San Marcos, TX
Oregon Narcotics Enforcement Association Conference - Eagle Crest, OR
HIDTA Sponsored Training Course - Pendleton, OR
State Police Criminal Investigation Division Training - Online
2024
RISSWEST Human Trafficking Summit - Chandler, AZ
ROCIC Gangs & Narcotics Conference - Houston, TX
ROCIC Training Center - Nashville, TN
Future Engagements in 2024
Washington County (UT) Sheriff's Office - St George, UT
Washington County (OR) Detective Training - Hillsboro, OR
Instruction blocks of 2, 4, and 8 hours are available to tailor to your needs and schedule. I can present to national conferences, as well as smaller groups and training divisions.
Contact me through email for rates, availability, and scheduling. I look forward to speaking with you about all of the options available!
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