Jay S. Hirokawa is a distinguished law enforcement professional recognized for Leading Change, Leading People, Results-driven, Superior Business Acumen, Known for Building Coalitions reforming broken organizations, and improving operations. Adaptable, ethical, and dedicated leader experienced in training methodologies, enhanced investigations, and grant writing. Visionary known for excellent communication skills and ability to develop relationships with team members mentoring future leaders, government officials, and the community, frequently requested as an expert witness in gang activity, drugs, policy, use of force, and firearms. Selected to serve on the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Policy Center's working group and a member of the Opioid Advisory Board for Professional Development, University’s initiative to train police officers to tackle the opioid crisis.

ANALYTICAL, INQUISITIVE, AND EMPATHETIC LAW ENFORCEMENT professional recognized for extensive experience in investigations, interviewing, and interrogation. Honest, courteous, and knowledgeable leader skilled in report writing, case management, evidence collection, and criminal procedures. Honest problem solver proficient in verifying authenticity of complaints, investigating violations of policy, allegations of misuse, uses of force, and accusations of criminal wrongdoing. Accurate, detailed, and thorough in reporting findings, tracking trends, and managing performance. 50+ years of Law Enforcement experience.

Prior to establishing for Credibility Assessment Group 2017, Gary had a distinguished career as a commissioned police officer for over thirty years serving with the two largest police departments in metro Denver.  Beginning as a patrol officer, Gary held investigative and supervisory assignments in the polygraph, training, vice & narcotics units, and with Federal gang and organized crime task forces where he held a Top Secret Federal clearance and conducted long-term complex investigations of violent crime and drug trafficking organizations in conjunction with Federal and State agencies. There he gained expertise in conducting Title III wiretap investigations and physical and electronic surveillance, risk management assessments and undercover operations and providing expert testimony

AMBITIOUS, ADAPTABLE, ETHICAL LAW ENFORCEMENT professional with extensive investigative experience. Known for veracity,
ethical conduct, excellent interviewing skills, strong problem-solving, and leading complex cases. Ability to build strong partnerships
between various departments and agencies. Recognized for active listening and excellent communication skills, thorough follow-through
and mentoring team members, government officials, and community members. Experienced as an expert witness in grand jury
proceedings, state and federal court regarding gang crimes, gang culture, gang methodology, narcotic investigation, and complex
long-term investigations.