Det. Joe Preston

Specialty: Special investigations, Property Crimes, Narcotics, Vice, Gun Violence Investigations, Warrant Writing, Complex Investigations
Location: DFW, Texas

Bio:
Detective Joseph Preston began his career serving in the Marine Corps infantry. He has been a Fort Worth Police Officer since 2002. Since that time, he earned his Master’s Police Officer certificate. He has attended advanced training in Narcotics, Undercover Operations, Chem Lab certified, and two SWAT schools. Has 10 years of experience working undercover operations in Narcotics, Vice, and as a TFO on the Homeland Security Investigations Task Force. Has conducted counter-trafficking operations and served as an SRT Teal Leader. Preston has over 15 years of experience in special investigations and is currently a Gun Violence Detective. 

Certifications:

  • TCOLE Certified Instructor

  • TCOLE Master Peace Officer

  • TCOLE Mental Health Officer

  • SWAT School

  • Clan Lab Certification 

  • Federal Undercover

  • Marine Corps Veteran