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Detective Doug Cruz – Martin County Sheriff’s Office

csiadmin — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:13:11 +0000

On January 3oth 2013 I was contacted by my immediate supervisor Sergeant Todd Schimelfanick, in reference to an upcoming Crime Scene training class in Gainesville, Florida.

As the newest, at least experienced member of the Crime Scene Unit, I was excited and eager to take full advantage of this opportunity.

The location is right on US-441 which was very simple to locate, and the building is clearly marked with a large CSI Academy sign and numbered address.

Upon entering the building I was greeted by Instructors who exhibited professional hospitality throughout the entire academy.

The day began with a good breakfast, drinks,desserts, and later, lunch, all provided by CSI Academy.

A brief lecture of the course agenda would take place, then it was on to the practicals. The majority of the course time is spent on hands on practical training applications.

Chief instructors are comprised of veteran and retired law enforcement supervisors. There is also a board certified civil and criminal attorney on site, who instructs court room presentation, and plays the role of legal counsel for the accused in interview and interrogations techniques. All instructors presented their respective block of instruction in a clear, professional and informative manner.

All course agendas were conducted promptly, and lunch was provided on time, every day.

Instructors did not isolate themselves from students, and were always readily available to answer any questions one might have.

In my personal opinion, this is best instructors/student relationship, and overall the best training I have experienced in my thirteen years of law enforcement.

Courses available from CSI Academy are taken by a wide variety of public service personal. My class consisted of a diversified group of students, from Community Service Aids to Police Chief’s and Special Agents from around the country.

I highly recommend and encourage members of our Sheriff’s Office to take full advantage of this outstanding training facility.

- Detective Doug Cruz, Martin County Sheriff’s Office
March 4th, 2013

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Railroad Special Agent Christopher Vaughn – CSX Transportation

csiadmin — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:13:44 +0000

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Francis Hunter – Private Investigator

csiadmin — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:08:25 +0000

I just finished the 40 hour CSI Basic Course last week. It is one of the best experiences of my life and that’s not an over-statement. After spending a major part of my life in law enforcement I can truly say that I believe that CSI Academy will be one of the best things that has happened for the Criminal Justice Community.

All to often shoddy forensics becomes a nightmare for attorneys and sends or keeps innocent people behind bars. I was glad to be apart of the Premiere class and will watch with excitement what I know is going to happen with this endeavor.

Thanks to those of you who envisioned this journey – who stayed the course to get it off the ground and who now are the one who breathe life into it. The caliber of people you are and have chosen to be a part of CSI is nothing less than remarkable. I am a strong supporter and now an Alumni of this great accomplishment. And I believe this just the beginning.

- Francis Hunter
December 2012

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