Derrick Levasseur is a decorated police sergeant and the author of the best-selling book, The Undercover Edge. Hired at only twenty years old, he was one of the youngest officers in the department’s history and worked in both the Patrol Division and the Detective Division. He was later assigned to the Special Investigations Unit as an undercover detective, where he had the opportunity to work with the ATF, DEA, FBI, and US Secret Service, resulting in numerous arrests and seizures. In addition to his experience in the field, he has advanced training in crime scene analysis, interview and interrogation techniques, and undercover operations.    

 

Throughout the course of his career, Derrick has received multiple awards, including letters of recognition, unit citations, commendations, and the Medal of Valor, which is the highest honor a sworn officer can receive. 

Derrick starred in and produced the hit show, ‘Breaking Homicide’, on Discovery ID. He is also the CEO of Break Investigative Group — A successful private investigation and consulting firm located in Rhode Island. In addition to his career in television and private investigations, he is also the co-host of the true-crime podcast, ‘Crime Weekly.'