STAFF

Captain Jeff Bullard

Mt. Vernon Police Department, IL

Detective Division

Assistant Team Commander - High Risk Team

Former ILEAS Special Response Team member

Handgun / Rifle Instructor

Low Light Engagement Instructor

Active Shooter for Civilians Instructor

Illinois Concealed Carry Licensing Instructor

Jeff began his career in 1991. He is a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, National Tactical Officers Association, Illinois Homicide Investigator's Association, National Rifle Association, and Woodlawn Christian Church.

Captain John Prudent

West Frankfort Police Department, IL

Patrol / Investigations

Former Assistant Team Leader - High Risk Team

Former ILEAS Special Response Team member

Handgun Instructor

Active Shooter for Law Enforcement Instructor

Active Shooter for Civilians Instructor

Defensive / Control Tactics Instructor

Chemical / Less Lethal Munitions Instructor

Taser Instructor

Illinois Concealed Carry Licensing Instructor

John began his career in 1997. He held full time law enforcement positions at Mt. Vernon Police Department and Valier Police Department before landing in West Frankfort, IL. He is also the owner of West Frankfort Bowl, where some of our classes are held.

Detective Rod Sweetin (Retired)

Mt. Vernon Police Department, IL

Handgun Instructor

Former Team Member - High Risk Team

Former Member - Street Crimes Unit

Rod retired 2016 from the police department after 26 years of service. He served in many different roles and assignments for the citizens he served while a police officer. He continues to serve helping students with their weapon handling skills.

Detective Scotty Smith

Jefferson County Sheriff's Department

Narcotics Investigator

Handgun Instructor

Former Team Member - High Risk Team

Active Shooter Instructor for Civilians Instructor

Scotty has been serving the citizens of Jefferson County as a Deputy Sheriff for 20 years. He spent many years on the High Risk Team and now offers his firearms experience to his students.