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Kelly is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator. He has over 15 years of experience with the Calgary Police Department, including as a Detective on the Arson Team where he investigated fires deemed suspicions. Prior to the Calgary Police Service, Kelly spent 13 years as an Advanced Care Paramedic for the City of Calgary and served as a Firefighter for the Cochrane Fire Department. He is a member of the National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI) and was awarded the Alberta Emergency Service Medal for 32 Years of Service.
Fire and Explosion Investigator
OCI Group
Calgary, AB
June 2024 – Present
Detective – Arson Team
Calgary Police Service
Calgary, AB
October 2021 – October 2023
In conjunction with the Calgary Fire Department, investigated fires deemed as: potentially suspicious in nature, set to mask other crimes, or where serious injury or death resulted. Utilized techniques attributed to the best practices of fire and explosion investigation. Completed thorough scene examinations to determine the cause and origin of fires/explosions investigated. When determined suspicious, utilized investigative techniques and strategies to obtain evidence in a manner suitable for admission as evidence at court.
Detective – Guns & Gangs Unit
Calgary Police Service
Calgary, AB
November 2017 – October 2021
Investigation, disruption and suppression of organized crime groups operating within Alberta and surrounding Provinces using investigative techniques such as covert physical surveillance, electronic surveillance and development of human source information. Working within a team environment using the Major Crimes Investigative Techniques model, drafting complex Judicial Authorizations and utilizing investigative techniques and strategies to obtain evidence in a manner suitable for admission at court.
Detective – Professional Standards/Internal Affairs Unit
Calgary Police Service
Calgary, AB
April 2014 – November 2017
Responsible for the investigation of serious and sensitive allegations of Criminal activity and breaches of the Calgary Police Service Regulations and Alberta Police Act made by citizens and the Calgary Police Service against Calgary Police Officers. Reporting directly to the Office of the Chief of Police, and in consultation with in-house Legal and Provincial Crown Prosecutors, present fact-based reports to determine if Criminal or breaches of internal policy or the Alberta Police Act exist.
Detective – General Investigations Section
Calgary Police Service
Calgary, AB
June 2012 – April 2014
Responsible for the investigation of a multitude of offences including robbery, theft, fraud, and assault. Utilized the principles and procedures of major case management where appropriate. Assign tasks and manage others to achieve investigation objectives. Crafted all manner of judicial warrants.
Constable – District One Operations Team
Calgary Police Service
Calgary, AB
November 2010 – June 2012
Responsible for the investigation of illicit drug and gun trafficking in the downtown core of Calgary. Worked in a team environment using a variety of investigative techniques including cultivating human sources of information, covert physical surveillance, electronic surveillance and drafting complex Judicial Authorizations to obtain evidence of illegal activity.
Constable – Patrol
Calgary Police Service
Calgary, AB
November 2005 – November 2010
Responded to calls for emergency service as they arose. Took immediate and decisive action to prevent crime and protect life and property. Articulated measures taken in court of law. Proven ability to remain calm and task focused during stressful events.
Advanced Care Paramedic
City of Calgary Emergency Medical Service
Calgary, AB
June 1992 – May 2005
Care for the sick and injured with the City of Calgary and surrounding areas, transportation of the sick and injured to hospital. Maintain a high level of skill and knowledge in the field of paramedicine.
Primary Care Paramedic/Firefighter
Cochrane Fire Department
Cochrane, AB
June 1991 – July 1996
Care for the sick and injured with the Town of Cochrane and surrounding areas, transportation of the sick and injured to hospital. Maintain a high level of skill and knowledge in the field of paramedicine. Fire suppression and rescue.
Post Blast Course
National Center for Explosives Training and Research – ATF – Calgary, AB – 40 hours
September 2022
Explosives theory and effects; Improvised explosive devices and their componentry; Chemicals utilized in IED’s; Post-blast scene and search process; post-blast componentry identification.
Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator (CVFI) Course
National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI) – Lexington, KY – 40 hours
September 2023
Vehicle fire chemistry and dynamics; Vehicle mechanical systems; Vehicle electrical systems; Origin and cause determination; Observed real-world vehicle burns and conducted burned vehicle examinations.
Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) Course
National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI) – New Orleans, LA – 40 hours
July 2022
Principles of thermodynamics and fire dynamics; Origin and cause determination; Basic fire scene photography; Explosion dynamics; Electricity as it pertains to fires; Arc mapping
Major Crimes Investigative Techniques
Canadian Police College– 80 hours
This course provides investigators with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to investigate the most serious Criminal Code Offences.
Investigative Skills and Education Program – Interviewing and Interrogation Course
Calgary Police Service
September 2016
Cognitive interview techniques; Confidential informant handling; Interrogation techniques.
Investigative Skills and Education Program – Human Source Management Course
Calgary Police Service
May 2017
Functional behaviour management; Handling techniques; Informant and Agent Legal issues; Psychology of Human Sources; Witness protection program; Search Warrant and Part VI Affidavit issues; Proactive Source development.
Investigative Skills and Education Program – Search Warrant Drafting Course
Calgary Police Service
October 2016
Search warrant basics; drafting techniques and forms; Charter basics; utilization of Confidential Informants in drafting; Warrantless search and seizure; detention and disposition of seized property
Alberta Emergency Service Medal – 32 Years’ Service
Government of Alberta
Bill Shelever Memorial Award – Instructors Choice Top Police Recruit
Calgary Police Service – 2005
Rob Vanderweil Memorial Award – Class Choice Top Police Recruit
Calgary Police Service – 2005
