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Lieutenants
Tonatte Mitchell
Lieutenant
Community Outreach
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Tonatte Mitchell began her career at the Charleston Police Department on January 26, 1996. During her tenure in law enforcement, Lt. Mitchell has worked in the following areas: Patrol Division, Team One (Downtown), and Team Four (West Ashley), as a patrol officer, team sergeant, and team investigator. Lt Mitchell was also an investigator and supervisor for the Vice Unit, an investigator in Internal Affairs, and a supervisor of the Recruitment and Retention Division. She is currently the commander of the Community Outreach Division.
Lt. Mitchell has served on the following boards: Chief’s Council, Career Enhancement Process Training Review Committee, Interview Board, Illumination Project, and the Recruitment Oral Board. Lt. Mitchell also served as an instructor for the Charleston Police Department, where she taught Fair and Impartial Police Training to department personnel and community leaders. Lt. Mitchell is a Diamond Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and a faithful member of Emanuel AME Church (West Ashley).
Education/Advanced Training
She graduated from Burke High School, Charleston, SC, in June 1989. Lt. Mitchell earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Benedict College in May 1995 and her Master of Arts Degree in Human Resources Development from Webster University in May 2000.
Lieutenant
Community Outreach
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Tonatte Mitchell began her career at the Charleston Police Department on January 26, 1996. During her tenure in law enforcement, Lt. Mitchell has worked in the following areas: Patrol Division, Team One (Downtown), and Team Four (West Ashley), as a patrol officer, team sergeant, and team investigator. Lt Mitchell was also an investigator and supervisor for the Vice Unit, an investigator in Internal Affairs, and a supervisor of the Recruitment and Retention Division. She is currently the commander of the Community Outreach Division.
Lt. Mitchell has served on the following boards: Chief’s Council, Career Enhancement Process Training Review Committee, Interview Board, Illumination Project, and the Recruitment Oral Board. Lt. Mitchell also served as an instructor for the Charleston Police Department, where she taught Fair and Impartial Police Training to department personnel and community leaders. Lt. Mitchell is a Diamond Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and a faithful member of Emanuel AME Church (West Ashley).
Education/Advanced Training
She graduated from Burke High School, Charleston, SC, in June 1989. Lt. Mitchell earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Benedict College in May 1995 and her Master of Arts Degree in Human Resources Development from Webster University in May 2000.
Thomas Bailey
Lieutenant
Internal Affairs
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Thomas Bailey is a Charleston native and began working at the Charleston Police Department in June of 2006 and served as a patrol officer in Team One. In 2011, Lieutenant Bailey transferred to Central Investigations, assigned to the Robbery Unit and the Violent Crime/Homicide Unit. He also served as a SWAT operator for six years. In 2015, Lieutenant Bailey was promoted to Sergeant and assigned as a Team One Patrol Sergeant. He transferred back to the Central Investigations Division and became the Central Investigations Robbery Unit Supervisor until earning his promotion to Lieutenant in March 2020. He currently serves as the Commander of Internal Affairs.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Thomas Bailey graduated from The Citadel in the Spring of 2006 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. He graduated from the 89th session of the Senior Police Institute’s Command Officer Development Course (SPI CODC).
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Thomas Bailey is a Charleston native and began working at the Charleston Police Department in June of 2006 and served as a patrol officer in Team One. In 2011, Lieutenant Bailey transferred to Central Investigations, assigned to the Robbery Unit and the Violent Crime/Homicide Unit. He also served as a SWAT operator for six years. In 2015, Lieutenant Bailey was promoted to Sergeant and assigned as a Team One Patrol Sergeant. He transferred back to the Central Investigations Division and became the Central Investigations Robbery Unit Supervisor until earning his promotion to Lieutenant in March 2020. He currently serves as the Commander of Internal Affairs.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Thomas Bailey graduated from The Citadel in the Spring of 2006 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. He graduated from the 89th session of the Senior Police Institute’s Command Officer Development Course (SPI CODC).
Jeffrey Harrison
Lieutenant
Training Division
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Jeffrey Harrison joined the Charleston Police Department in June 2005. During his tenure in law enforcement, he served the following areas: Uniformed Patrol (Team 2 and Team 1), and the Central Investigations Division, promoted to Patrol Sergeant Team 3, Field Intelligence Unit Sergeant, Central Investigations Sergeant and promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in May of 2019. As Lieutenant, he has formerly worked as the Command Duty Officer and Commander of Special Operations, SWAT, and EDT teams. Lieutenant Harrison is currently the Commander of Team 6 (School Resource Officers/School Security Response Team). His team works closely with the Charleston County School District, Berkeley County School District, charter/private schools, and City Hall to provide safety and security for 56 schools, City Hall, and several City department buildings.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Jeffrey Harrison earned an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology.
Kelly Freshman
Lieutenant
Crimes Against Persons
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Kelly Freshman was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina. After graduating from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy in 2002, she served Team 2 as a patrol officer and field training officer. During her 20-year career, she has served as a Special Victim's Unit Detective, Team 2 patrol supervisor, Team 3 Administrative Sergeant, and the Special Victim's Unit Supervisor. Lt. Freshman was previously the night shift Command Duty Officer and Commander of Crimes Against Property in investigations. Lieutenant Freshman is currently the Commander of the Crimes Against Persons Unit in the Central Investigations Division.
In addition to these assignments, she has been a member of the Crisis Negotiation Team since 2008.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Freshman graduated from the College of Charleston with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in History and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology. She also graduated from Charleston Southern University with a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice.
Paul Krasowski
Lieutenant
Crimes Against Property
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Paul Krasowski grew up in Newtown, Connecticut. Paul joined the Charleston Police Department in 2006. After graduating from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, he began working as a patrol officer in Team 3, serving the Johns and James Island areas. Paul transferred to the Team 2 Tourism Oriented Police Services Unit in 2009 and became a bike patrol officer. During this same time, he attended the College of Charleston Graduate School and earned a master’s Degree in Public Administration in 2011.
Paul transferred to the Central Investigations Division in 2012, where he served as a detective in the Robbery Division. The following year, Paul moved to the Violent Crimes/Homicide Division.
Paul was promoted to Sergeant in July 2017 and supervised a patrol squad in Team 4, serving the West Ashley area. He transferred back to Central Investigations Division in September 2018 and led the Violent Crimes/Homicide Unit until earning his promotion to Lieutenant in June 2021. Paul now serves as the Commander of Team 7, which includes the Traffic and Harbor Patrol Divisions and the Transport Unit.
Education/Advanced Training
Paul attended the University of South Carolina in Columbia and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice in 2005. In 2015, Paul was selected to become an Auxiliary Polygraph Examiner for CPD and attended the American International Institute of Polygraph (AIIP) in Stockbridge, GA. Paul completed an extensive internship and obtained his polygraph license, issued through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division.
Brian Salkeld
Lieutenant
Intelligence Operations
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Salkeld began his career with the Charleston Police Department in 1998 as a reserve officer and started his full-time career in July 2000. He was assigned to Team 4 as a patrol officer and became a field training officer in 2002 and later a patrol training officer through 2010. He was promoted to Senior Police Officer in early 2008 and then Master Police Officer in late 2008. He was promoted to Sergeant in 2010 and transferred to Team 1 as a squad supervisor. While in Team 1, he served as the Patrol training coordinator for recruits from 2013 to 2018 and was the Flex squad supervisor from 2016 to 2018. In 2018 he was transferred to Team 3 as the team’s Administrative Sergeant. He was promoted to Lieutenant of Police in November 2020 and assigned to the overnight Command Duty Officer position. He currently serves as the commander of the Crime Intelligence Unit and Special Enforcement Team.
Lt. Salkeld was a member of the Explosive Devices team from 2005 through 2020. He was also an ATF explosive detective K9 handler from 2006 through 2013. As a member of the EDT unit, Lt. Salkeld assisted in the administrative management of the team, including budgeting, grant submission, and equipment procurement.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Salkeld graduated from the College of Charleston in 1997 with a BA in Corporate Communications with a minor in Business administration. He graduated from the 148th Southern Police Institute Command College and Administrative Officers Course at the University of Louisville, KY.
Michael Thomas
Lieutenant
Special Investigations
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Michael Thomas was born and raised in Lima, Ohio. He was in the United States Air Force from 1986-1990. Lieutenant Thomas has been on Team 2 patrol and was the Team 2 investigator. Lieutenant Thomas has also served as a Narcotics Detective, Team 3 Patrol Supervisor, SWAT Team Leader for 14 yrs., and SWAT Commander. His career also includes positions of Team 3 Administrative Sergeant, Professional Standards Sergeant, Administrative Support Lieutenant, Special Events and Projects, Special Units Lieutenant, and School Resource and the School Security Response Team. He is currently the Commander of Special Investigations.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Thomas earned his Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice from The Ohio State University in 1994. He was awarded the JP Strom Award at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy in 1996. Lieutenant Thomas graduated from the 143rd Southern Police Institute Command College and Administrative Officers Course at the University of Louisville, KY.
Shylah Murray
Lieutenant
Team 1 (Peninsular North of Calhoun Street)
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Shylah Murray currently serves as the Commander of Team 1. She has been with the Charleston Police Department for 22 years. She began her career in Team 4 as a police officer. As she progressed in her career, she transferred into the Vice Unit and was a detective in the Central Investigations Division. Upon her promotion to sergeant, she served as a patrol supervisor in Team 4 and the Administrative Sergeant in Team 3. Lieutenant Murray was promoted to her current rank in 2018. As a lieutenant, she has served as the Commander of the Community Outreach Unit (Team 12) and most recently served as the Chief of Staff to the Chief of Police.
In addition to her role within the Charleston Police Department, Lieutenant Murray has served on the executive board of the Charleston Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #5, including President from 2007-2021. Lieutenant Murray is also a former member of the Civil Disturbance Team. Lieutenant Murray is a lifetime member of the Delta Zeta Sorority and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Shylah Murray earned her Master of Arts in Social Science from The Citadel and her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Ferris State University. She graduated from the 280th Session of the FBI National Academy.
Katrina Rivers
Lieutenant
Team 2 (Peninsular South of Calhoun Street)
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Katrina Rivers began her career with the Charleston Police Department in the summer of 1995, completing an internship in the department’s Accreditation Department. Upon graduating college in Columbia, SC, Lieutenant Rivers returned to her native Charleston hometown and completed training to become a volunteer Reserve Officer with the City of Charleston Police Department in 1996. In February 1997, Lieutenant Rivers became a full-time sworn police officer with The Charleston Police Department. She has remained dedicated to the department and the community for over 26 years.
Lieutenant Rivers has a diverse background working in many areas within the department while fulfilling different roles. Assignments have included working in almost every area of the Patrol Division an investigator in the Vice Unit, and a supervisor in the Training Department. As a Commander, Lieutenant Rivers has served as the Commander of Team 5 - Daniel Island, Command Duty Officer, and currently serves as the Commander of Team 2 on the peninsular.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Rivers received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology and Social Work from The University of South Carolina in December 1995. Lieutenant Rivers graduated from PERF's Senior Management Institute for Police (SMIP) in 2021.
James Byrne
Lieutenant
Team 3 (James and Johns Islands)
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Byrne has more than 24 years of law enforcement experience. He has been assigned as the Team 9 commander since May 2019, overseeing the officers who patrol the city’s Central Business District along King Street, Market Street, and the surrounding neighborhoods. Lieutenant Byrne joined the Charleston Police Department in January 2000 after serving in the United States Border Patrol. His initial assignment was as a patrol officer in Team 4, and he was promoted to Corporal in 2003, Sergeant in 2007, and then Lieutenant in 2012. He served as a patrol supervisor in Teams 4 and 1 and spent three years as an investigator in the Professional Standards Office (now known as the Office of Internal Affairs). His previous command roles include serving as a midnight shift Command Duty Officer and as the Team 5 Commander.
Lieutenant Byrne spent more than 15 years as a member of the department’s Explosive Devices Team, leaving as the longest-serving member and bomb technician in the team’s history. Lieutenant Byrne served as the Bomb Squad Commander from November 2016 through December 2018. He was a joint recipient of the 2006 Officer of the Year award from the Exchange Club of Charleston. He is a member of the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF), the North American Mounted Unit Commanders Association (NAMUCA), and the International Association of Bomb Technicians and Investigators (IABTI).
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Byrne holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Washington University in St. Louis, with dual majors in Business, Economics, Law, and Political Science. He also holds an MBA from The Citadel. Lieutenant Byrne graduated from Session 74 of the PERF Senior Management Institute for Police (SMIP). He graduated from the FBI’s Hazardous Devices School in May 2005 and received certification as a bomb technician.
Matthew Wojslawowicz
Lieutenant
Team 4 (West Ashley)
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Matthew Wojslawowicz was born and raised in Bayonne, New Jersey, and joined the Charleston Police Department in January 2004 and is a March 2004 graduate of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. Lieutenant Wojslawowicz served as a patrol officer and field training officer in Team 4 before assignment to the Traffic Division, serving as a crash investigator and hit & run investigator. Lieutenant Wojslawowicz was a founding member of the DUI Task Force and worked as a detective in the Burglary Unit before being promoted to sergeant in 2011. Before serving as the administrative sergeant in the Traffic Division, Lieutenant Wojslawowicz served as a patrol sergeant in Team 2. He was promoted to Lieutenant in 2018 and currently serves as the Commander of Team 5 (Daniel Island/Cainhoy). He also has a collateral command assignment as the commander of the Underwater Response Team. His previous command assignments include the Command Duty Officer position, Civil Disturbance, as well as the commander of the Traffic Division, where he also served as the commander of the Major Accident Investigation Team.
Lieutenant Wojslawowicz has been recognized as Officer of the Year by the Charleston Police Department, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, and the Charleston Exchange Club for his impaired driving enforcement, education, and outreach. He has also received three Departmental Commendations and was awarded the Charleston Police Lifesaver Award in 2018.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Wojslawowicz earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in History with a minor in Criminal Justice from the University of Richmond in 2003. He then earned his Master of Arts degree in History, where he was also inducted into the prestigious Phi Alpha Theta History Honors Society in 2008. Lieutenant Wojslawowicz was awarded his Executive Juris Doctorate Degree, achieving Dean's List honors, in 2015. He graduated from PERF's Senior Management Institute for Police and the Los Angeles Police Department's Command Leadership Academy. He also has received over 250 formal hours of training in collision reconstruction and has served as an expert witness during criminal and civil trials on multiple occasions.
George Bradley
Lieutenant
Team 5 (Daniel Island)
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Bradley is originally from Mills River, North Carolina, and he started his law enforcement career with Laurel Park Police Department and Henderson County Sheriff’s Department, both in North Carolina.
Lieutenant Bradley has worked for the Charleston Police Department since 1999. His career has taken him through many divisions, including Mounted Horse Patrol, Foot Patrol, and Narcotics Unit, as well as Patrol Teams 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. Lieutenant Bradley served as a patrol team supervisor and Administrative Sgt (Teams 2, 3, and 4). He was also a Sergeant in Investigations over the Robbery Unit. Lieutenant Bradley has been an active firearms instructor since 2007 and served four years as the Rangemaster within the Professional Training and Development Unit. He served 14 years as a SWAT member, 9 of those years as Assistant Team Leader, and a member of the Sniper Element. Lieutenant Bradley also served as Commander over the Special Events and Off-Duty section. Lieutenant Bradley currently serves as the Supervisor for K9, Harbor Patrol, SWAT, and EOD in the Special Operations Division.
Lieutenant Bradley has received numerous awards during his time with the department, including the Chief’s Award of Merit, the 2018 NRA Firearms Instructor of the year, and several commendations within the department for outstanding performance in the line of duty.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Bradley graduated from Western Carolina University in 1996 with a degree in Criminal Justice and completed his Basic Law Enforcement training in 1998 in North Carolina top of his class. Lieutenant Bradley also holds a Basic Instructor certification from SCCJA and continues to teach numerous department topics. Lieutenant Bradley holds armorer certifications for all department firearms and is a current member of the NTOA, NLEFIA, FOP, and PBA.
Corey Taylor
Lieutenant
Team 9 (Central Business District)
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Corey Taylor grew up in North Charleston, SC, and joined the Charleston Police Department in June 2008. Prior to his police service, he illuminated the minds of young learners as a mathematics teacher at West Ashley High School from 2004 to 2008. Throughout his police career, Lieutenant Taylor's area of responsibility evolved continuously. He served as a patrol officer, a field training officer, and a bicycle patrol officer in Team 1. His commitment then propelled him to the DUI Task Force within Special Operations, leaving an indelible mark on impaired driving prevention.
Rising through the ranks, he assumed the role of Sergeant, where his oversight encompassed Team 2's patrol domain, the Community Action Team, and Special Operations/Traffic. His leadership also extended to the Major Accident Investigation Team. In 2019, Lieutenant Taylor achieved the rank of Lieutenant, assuming the pivotal position of Patrol Commander for Team 3. Evolving further, he embraced the Commander for Public Information, Innovation, and Research role and presently oversees the Central Business District and the Civil Disturbance Unit within the Special Operations Unit.
Lieutenant Taylor has achieved many accolades, including the J.P. Strom Award from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy and the SC Department of Public Safety DUI Hero Award. While leading the Community Action Team, he directed the Charleston Police Department's GO 360 youth basketball camp, exemplifying his commitment to community engagement.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Taylor earned his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the College of Charleston in 2004, followed by a Master of Science in Mathematics in 2006. Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Criminal Justice, he is expected to complete this degree in 2024.
He completed the prestigious 145th session of the Southern Police Institute's Command College and Administrative Officers Course. Additionally, he is a distinguished graduate of the 89th Senior Management Institute of Police (SMIP), showcasing his commitment to advanced law enforcement leadership and strategic police management.
Bryant Tatman
Lieutenant
Command Duty Officer
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Bryant Tatman currently serves as the Team 3 Patrol Commander after serving as a Command Duty Officer. He joined the Charleston Police Department in 2004 and was a Distinguished Graduate of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. His past assignments include Patrol Officer in Teams 3 and 4, Detective in the Central Investigations Robbery Unit, and Patrol Sergeant in Teams 1 and 2.
In addition to his primary duties, Lieutenant Tatman has served as a Field Training Officer, a Specific Skills Instructor, a certified Taser Instructor, and a Police Driving Instructor. In those roles, he has assisted in developing and implementing the department's in-service training on use-of-force scenarios and emergency vehicle operations. He was also a member of the Unmanned Aerial Systems Team until his most recent promotion in 2020.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Tatman is a graduate of the University of Delaware, where he double majored in Political Science and Criminal Justice.
Timothy Dasher
Lieutenant
Special Events
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Dasher has spent over 20 years in law enforcement. During this time, he worked in various areas within the Charleston Police Department, including the Patrol Division, Crime Prevention Unit for Public Housing, Central Investigation Division, Community Action Team 4 Supervisor, Administrative Sergeant for Teams 1 and 4, and the Office of Internal Affairs. He has served as the commander of Team 1, and he is currently the Commander of Special Events.
In addition to his various assignments, Lieutenant Dasher served on the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) for 11 years. He also works with the recruitment team for the police department, mentoring officers coming on the job. He has a passion for ministry and pridefully serves as a Minister at New Life Christian Fellowship Church in Goose Creek.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Timothy Dasher is originally from Folkston, Georgia. He attended and graduated from Charlton County High School. Lt. Dasher then went on to attend Gardner-Webb University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a Minor in Criminal Justice. He continued his educational journey and earned a Master of Arts in Corporate Security Management at Webster University. While in college, Lieutenant Dasher received numerous athletic awards for football achievements. Before joining the police department, Lieutenant Dasher played Semi-Pro Football with the Carolina Twisters.
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Dasher has spent over 20 years in law enforcement. During this time, he worked in various areas within the Charleston Police Department, including the Patrol Division, Crime Prevention Unit for Public Housing, Central Investigation Division, Community Action Team 4 Supervisor, Administrative Sergeant for Teams 1 and 4, and the Office of Internal Affairs. He has served as the commander of Team 1, and he is currently the Commander of Special Events.
In addition to his various assignments, Lieutenant Dasher served on the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) for 11 years. He also works with the recruitment team for the police department, mentoring officers coming on the job. He has a passion for ministry and pridefully serves as a Minister at New Life Christian Fellowship Church in Goose Creek.Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Timothy Dasher is originally from Folkston, Georgia. He attended and graduated from Charlton County High School. Lt. Dasher then went on to attend Gardner-Webb University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a Minor in Criminal Justice. He continued his educational journey and earned a Master of Arts in Corporate Security Management at Webster University. While in college, Lieutenant Dasher received numerous athletic awards for football achievements. Before joining the police department, Lieutenant Dasher played Semi-Pro Football with the Carolina Twisters.
Patrick McLaughlin
Lieutenant
Special Projects, Technology, and Grants
Professional Summary
Lieutenant McLaughlin joined the Charleston Police Department in August of 2002 and served as a patrol officer in Team 1 for six years. From there, he was assigned to the Accreditation Office and assisted in maintaining the Department’s CALEA accreditation. In 2009, he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and served as a patrol supervisor in Teams 1, 2, and 4. In 2012, he was selected to become the Department’s Accreditation Manager and presided over the process through 2 consecutive Gold Standard on-sites where the Department received Accreditation with Excellence. In 2018, Lieutenant McLaughlin was promoted to his current rank and assigned as a midnight shift Command Duty Officer and the Commander of Team 5 on Daniel Island. In 2019, Lieutenant McLaughlin became the Patrol Commander of Team 2 on the peninsula. Lieutenant McLaughlin currently serves as the Commander of Special Projects, Technology, and Grants.
In addition to his various assignments, Lieutenant McLaughlin has been a Specific Skills Instructor and a Driving Instructor since 2009. He has assisted in the instruction of many training classes for the Department, including Block training, Pre-Academy, CALEA familiarization, and Driving.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Patrick McLaughlin graduated from the College of Charleston with a Bachelor of Science in Sociology in May 2002. He has also received a Departmental Commendation, an SC House of Representatives Resolution, and was awarded the Lifesaver Award in 2016. Lieutenant Patrick McLaughlin is also a graduate of the 144th session of the Southern Police Institute's Command College and Administrative Officers Course.
Professional Summary
Lieutenant McLaughlin joined the Charleston Police Department in August of 2002 and served as a patrol officer in Team 1 for six years. From there, he was assigned to the Accreditation Office and assisted in maintaining the Department’s CALEA accreditation. In 2009, he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and served as a patrol supervisor in Teams 1, 2, and 4. In 2012, he was selected to become the Department’s Accreditation Manager and presided over the process through 2 consecutive Gold Standard on-sites where the Department received Accreditation with Excellence. In 2018, Lieutenant McLaughlin was promoted to his current rank and assigned as a midnight shift Command Duty Officer and the Commander of Team 5 on Daniel Island. In 2019, Lieutenant McLaughlin became the Patrol Commander of Team 2 on the peninsula. Lieutenant McLaughlin currently serves as the Commander of Special Projects, Technology, and Grants.
In addition to his various assignments, Lieutenant McLaughlin has been a Specific Skills Instructor and a Driving Instructor since 2009. He has assisted in the instruction of many training classes for the Department, including Block training, Pre-Academy, CALEA familiarization, and Driving.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Patrick McLaughlin graduated from the College of Charleston with a Bachelor of Science in Sociology in May 2002. He has also received a Departmental Commendation, an SC House of Representatives Resolution, and was awarded the Lifesaver Award in 2016. Lieutenant Patrick McLaughlin is also a graduate of the 144th session of the Southern Police Institute's Command College and Administrative Officers Course.
Sean Engles
Lieutenant
Special Operations (K9, Harbor Patrol, SWAT, EOD)
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Engles began his service with the Charleston Police Department in 2007 and received top honors from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. He started as a Team 1 patrol officer in the Upper Peninsula and soon became a training officer before spending four years as a detective with the Special Investigations Unit. Lieutenant Engles earned a position on the CPD SWAT Team, remaining active for 12 years and reaching the role of Assistant Team Leader. Lieutenant Engles held supervisory positions with the Department’s Quick Response Squad and Community Outreach Unit before being promoted to Lieutenant, where he leads the traffic division.
Knights of Columbus recognized Lieutenant Engles as the 2021 Officer of the Year for his leadership, relationship-building, and youth outreach initiatives.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Engles has a Master of Science Degree in Leadership from The Citadel Graduate College. He graduated from the University of Maryland with a double major in Business and Criminal Justice.
Heath King
Lieutenant
Team 7 (Traffic)
Professional Summary
Lieutenant Heath King currently serves as the Commander of Team 4. He is a 1997 graduate of the Baltimore Maryland Police Corps Academy. After graduating from the Police Corps, he began at the Charleston Police Department in the Team One patrol division. Lieutenant King also spent time in Team 4 as an investigator, in the Warrants Division, and in the Traffic Division as a motor officer and supervisor. Lieutenant King also served as a patrol supervisor in the Team Two area and was assigned as the Tourism Liaison for the police department. Before his current assignment, Lieutenant King was the Commander of Team Nine (Central Business District). He worked daily with the city's business services, zoning, planning, and transportation departments to maintain a successful management plan for the city's growing hospitality areas. Lieutenant King also spearheaded the implementation of the Charleston Police violent criminal electronic monitoring program.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant King holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of South Carolina and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from California Coast University. He is certified in Collision Reconstruction and assisted in investigating major collisions occurring in the city. He is also a 2021 graduate of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Command School (Class 006).
Robert Gamard
Lieutenant
Team 6 (Schools)
Professional Summary
In August 1997, he attended the First Police Corps Training Academy in Baltimore, Maryland. After graduating from the Police Corps, he began working at the Charleston Police Department in the Patrol Division. His previous experience includes 13 years in the Uniformed Patrol Division (Teams One, Two, Three, and Foot Patrol), assignments in the Warrants Division, and as the Administrative Sergeant in Teams One and Two. When assigned to Team One, he served on the CPD Hiring Board and as the Patrol Training Coordinator for recruits. He also served as a midnight Command Duty Officer, Team Two Commander, and the Crimes Against Property Commander in the Central Investigations Division. He is a recent graduate of the Senior Management Institute of Police (SMIP) in Boston, MA.
In addition to the various above assignments, Lieutenant Gamard has assisted in instructing many training classes here at CPD, including Leadership, Block Training, and the Field Training Program. He is also a certified OC and Taser Instructor. He is a co-commander of the Peer Support Team and is currently assigned as the Commander of Professional Development and Training.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Robert Gamard graduated from the University of South Carolina in the Spring of 1997 with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.
Professional Summary
In August 1997, he attended the First Police Corps Training Academy in Baltimore, Maryland. After graduating from the Police Corps, he began working at the Charleston Police Department in the Patrol Division. His previous experience includes 13 years in the Uniformed Patrol Division (Teams One, Two, Three, and Foot Patrol), assignments in the Warrants Division, and as the Administrative Sergeant in Teams One and Two. When assigned to Team One, he served on the CPD Hiring Board and as the Patrol Training Coordinator for recruits. He also served as a midnight Command Duty Officer, Team Two Commander, and the Crimes Against Property Commander in the Central Investigations Division. He is a recent graduate of the Senior Management Institute of Police (SMIP) in Boston, MA.
In addition to the various above assignments, Lieutenant Gamard has assisted in instructing many training classes here at CPD, including Leadership, Block Training, and the Field Training Program. He is also a certified OC and Taser Instructor. He is a co-commander of the Peer Support Team and is currently assigned as the Commander of Professional Development and Training.
Education/Advanced Training
Lieutenant Robert Gamard graduated from the University of South Carolina in the Spring of 1997 with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.