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John Briney2

John Briney

Instructor

Law Enforcement & Tactical Training Specialist

With over four decades of distinguished service in law enforcement, [Name] brings a wealth of tactical expertise, instructional experience, and leadership to the security and training sectors. His career spans 26½ years with the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department in St. Joseph, Michigan, where he rose to the rank of Lieutenant, and 12 years with the Port St. Lucie Police Department, including 7 years as a reserve officer.

Throughout his career, [Name] has held specialized roles in SWAT operations, bomb disposal, and federal task force investigations, serving as both a DEA Task Force Agent and FBI Violent Crimes Task Force Agent. He spent over 20 years as a certified bomb technician, achieving Master Bomb Technician status, and led as Bomb Squad Commander for more than seven years.

A dedicated instructor, [Name] has trained countless officers and recruits across multiple disciplines, including:

  • Firearms and police baton

  • Active shooter response

  • Raid entry techniques

  • Improvised explosive devices (IEDs)

  • Booby trap recognition

  • Police recruit training in Michigan

He holds multiple certifications, including:

  • FDLE General Instructor Certification

  • USCCA Firearms Instructor

  • NRA Law Enforcement and Security Firearms Instructor (Pistol & Shotgun)

  • Florida Licenses: Class C (Private Investigator), Class D, G, DI, and K

Recognized for his excellence and valor, [Name] has received:

  • Medal of Valor

  • Distinguished Service Award

  • Department and State Officer of the Year

  • Commendations from the FBI, DEA, U.S. Attorney General, Department of Justice, Michigan State Police, and more.

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