Christian Rodriguez Meraz
Bartlett,TN
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement officer with over 8 years of distinguished service at the Bartlett Police Department, currently serving as a Sergeant in the Narcotics Unit while simultaneously maintaining an active role as a SWAT team operator. Proven expertise in high-risk investigations, tactical operations, and effective inter-agency collaboration. Results-driven professional adept at navigating complex situations with a focus on achieving mission objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant
City Of Bartlett
09.2023 - Current
- Investigations including but not limited to overdose deaths, drug trafficking, motor vehicle thefts
- Created threat assessments and search warrant operation plans
- Organized controlled drug buys while maintaining safety between officers and criminal informants
- Executed numerous search and arrest warrants that lead to lengthy criminal sentences through extensive investigations
- Document all search warrants and operations with detailed execution reports
SWAT Operator
City Of Bartlett
03.2022 - Current
- Supervised crowds at city events to prevent injuries/death and property damage
- Assisting the Investigative Service Division and Narcotics in the safe execution of search warrants
- Assisting patrol with barricade/hostage situations
Crime Suppression Officer
City Of Bartlett
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Follow up investigation on evading/auto burglary/motor vehicle theft suspect/vehicle(s)
- Conduct continued covert surveillance on suspects and executed vehicle containments on felonious suspect vehicles
- Wrote arrest warrants for suspects in custody with neighboring agencies
- Worked in conjunction with other agencies to take down and arrest suspects
Patrol Officer
City Of Bartlett
11.2017 - 08.2023
- Patrolled designated areas in a patrol vehicle to identify and deter crimes
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area
- Investigated incidents/crimes and recorded witness statements
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions
- Guided less experienced officers through difficult situations/incidents advising possible solutions
Police Service Technician
City of Memphis
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Conducted traffic investigations, including crashes, parking violations, and traffic control for major city events
Education
Mississippi Tactical Officer Association (MTOA) SWAT School
Holly Springs, MS04-2022
Basic Police Academy POST Certification -
Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy
Nashville, TN03-2018
High School Diploma -
Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School
Somerville, TN05-2014
Skills
- Incident Response & Crisis Management
- Threat Assessment & Risk Mitigation
- Tactical Operations & De-Escalation
- Report Writing & Documentation
- Physical Security & Access Control
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sergeant
City Of Bartlett
09.2023 - Current
Crime Suppression Officer
City Of Bartlett
08.2023 - 09.2023
SWAT Operator
City Of Bartlett
03.2022 - Current
Patrol Officer
City Of Bartlett
11.2017 - 08.2023
Police Service Technician
City of Memphis
03.2017 - 11.2017
Mississippi Tactical Officer Association (MTOA) SWAT School
Basic Police Academy POST Certification -
Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School