Analyst Talk - John Riegert - Rise of the Crime Analysis Center Network

Episode: 00287 Released on October 6, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, retired Director of State Operations for New York’s Crime Analysis Center Network, John Riegert, shares how a handful of analysts grew into a statewide intelligence powerhouse connecting 57 counties. Drawing from 40 years in law enforcement, including his time as a captain with Troy PD, John discusses the evolution of crime analysis in New York from data struggles and building legitimacy to creating analyst certifications, promoting leadership opportunities, and balancing privacy with real-time policing needs. His insights reveal how the profession matured into an essential pillar of modern public safety. 🎧 Listen, share, and keep talking!
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Related Links:
https://www.criminaljustice.ny.gov/
https://www.troyny.gov/234/Police-Department
https://www.criminaljustice.ny.gov/crimnet/ojsa/impact/CAC%20Network%20Map%2006%2002%2022.pdf
https://www.criminaljustice.ny.gov/ops/gunviolencereduction/Crime%20Analysis%20Center%20Contact%20Information%2011-2023.pdf
https://www.marist.edu/
https://www.sage.edu/
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Contact:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnriegert/ 
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/82xes5nv74nic6j7/JohnRiegert_transcript.pdf
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00:00:17 – Introducing John
00:06:03 – Crime Analysis Center Network
00:18:13 – Acclimation
00:23:58 – Success Stories
00:34:34 – Break:  Vote & Joshua Todd
00:35:33 – Accreditation & Promotion
00:41:57 – Later Success
00:49:01 – Hiring Analysts
01:00:23 – Advice
01:07:23 – Personal Interest:  Retirement
01:09:46 – Words to the World