Chief of Detectives

John L. Sullivan

Jun 2015 · iUniverse

About this ebook

Author John L. Sullivan has spent the vast majority of his adult life working with the heroic men and women of law enforcement. Hes been a part of, dealt with, and has witnessed mans selfishness, cruelty, and inhumanity to his fellow citizens. But he can also give testimony to the caring and gentle side of man demonstrated each day by the citizen who wears the badge.

In Chief of Detectives, Sullivan offers snapshot accounts of some of the experiences throughout his service. He shares stories of his trials and tribulations beginning with his career in a small, six-person suburban police department in the Midwest; rising through the ranks; and completing a thirty-four-year law-enforcement career as deputy chief, chief of detectives for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

This memoir narrates the story of Sullivans long-standing service in law enforcement that was filled with highs and lows and was exciting, adventurous, challenging, and harrowing at times. Chief of Detectives pays tribute to those officers with whom Sullivan served during his thirty-four year career as a police officer.

About the author

John L. Sullivan retired from the Las Vegas (Nevada) Metropolitan Police Department as deputy chief, chief of detectives, after a thirty-four year career. Currently, he is president of Sullivan & Associates International and is an expert witness for federal and state courts. He is married and has four children.