The New CIS Challenge Coin Series Minted and Released

The new CIS Challenge Coin Series has been minted and released. Included in the series are:
  • The CEO Cubic Coin
  • Executive VP Raven Cubic Coin
  • VP of Protective Services/UDC Cubic Coin
  • Chris Neidrich Cubic Coin
And the division coins:
  • Saber: Hazardous Operations Group
  • Raven: Threat Management Group
  • Night Stalkers: Special Services Group
Click here for photos and descriptions of the Challenge Coin Series.

SSgt. Will Holcomb Has Been Selected as the Recipient of the John M. Russi Award

SSgt. Will Holcomb has been selected as the recipient of the John M. Russi Award presented by Florida Association of Security Companies (FASCO) for his contribution to moving legislation which now enables qualified Florida G licensed security officers to carry a 9mm as approved by their agency. At the December 8th State Security Advisory Committee (PRIASC) meeting in Orlando, he made the following remarks. “There is no other country in the world where an average Joe, like me or like you, can get a law changed like this. Like my Dad once said, don’t let not knowing how keep you from trying.” To read the rest of Ssgt. Holcomb’s remarks, click here.

New CIS Award Has Been Created in the Honor of Chris Neidrich

A new award has been designed and created in the honor of Chris Neidrich. This new award, which is in the form of a proof challenge coin, will be presented to CIS officers who have engaged in extraordinary acts of heroism and bravery. Click here to see a photo of the Chris Neidrich Award for Bravery. Visit Chris Neidrich’s Memorial Page to read more about our fallen hero.

Press Release on Officer Involved Shooting November 29, 2005

Officer Pablo Feliciano has been working in the security field since 2002. Officer Feliciano passed an extensive background and intense psychological screening prior to being hired. During his weapons training, he scored 239 out of a possible 240 points. Officer Feliciano came to work for CIS in October 2005. According to his supervisors and fellow officers, Pablo is a caring and outstanding professional. Officer Feliciano recently returned from south Florida where he quickly volunteered for deployment to assist in the areas that had been devastated by Hurricane Wilma. The Critical Intervention Services family fully supports Officer Feliciano and will provide him with whatever resources he needs to see him through this difficult time. Officer Feliciano has been placed on temporary paid administrative leave. UPDATE: 2006 – The State Attorney rules that was a justifiable shooting.

Executive Vice President Tim O’Rourke Appointed as Advisory Council Member to Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has appointed Executive Vice President Tim O’Rourke to the Private Investigation, Recovery, and Security Advisory Council. This appointment authorizes Mr. O’Rourke to make recommendations to the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services on matters relative to the regulation of the private investigative, private security, and recovery industries.

2005 July 7th London Attacks

2005 July 7th London Attacks

In these interviews, CIS President K.C. Poulin discusses the July 7th 2005 London terrorist attacks with news radio stations.

Audio: “July 7th London Attacks 1”
(5.40MB, Mp3)

Audio: “July 7th London Attacks 2”
(5.37MB, Mp3)