20 Questions for SPD - Homicide Detective Scott Hill

Get an inside look at what it's like to be a Homicide Detective at the Springfield Police Department as we ask Detective Scott Hill 20 questions.
This video is part of a series of videos released on the 20th of each month by SPD. Each video will follow an officer from a different unit to give the viewer a comprehensive, behind-the-scenes look at what it's like to work for SPD.
If you're interested in a career in law enforcement, you can find more information at GoSPD.com

[@johnondeadline]

That ended abruptly.

[@KatieRose123]

I am interested in becoming a detective, I am getting my undergrad degree in criminology and psychology next year. do you have any tips on becoming a detective or crime scene investigator? thank you!

[@m0bz0mb38]

I was gonna ask the same question and same except also sociology!

[@HogwartsBasement]

Yeah probably now join as a police officer and work up the ranks to detective hopefully you’ll sail straight in within a couple of years

[@KatieRose123]

@@HogwartsBasement thank you for ur advice 🙏

[@Mindovermatter1987]

I'm considering getting an associate's or bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a concentration in crime scene investigation. Would the degree allow me to go straight to become a detective or do I have to go through a police academy first??

[@khjgfxdhzf]

You will always have to go through a police academy, and you don't start out as a detective either.

[@carelesscappie5812]

Unfortunately the sad reality is you would have to be a normal police officer for roughly 5-10 years. Plus you have to pass a detectives exam, pass a polygraph test (lie detector), and a physiological exam. If you pass all this then you have to out compete other police officers. Not to mention be In physical shape. This is all very doable if you put in the time in effort though and if you’re motivated then I have full confidence this is the job for you. Also I might be missing a few requirements but those are the basics

[@toasted_.coconut]

Question! I do my walks early in the morning, sometimes before 6am. I was thinking about getting something for self-protection... like a taser or a pocket knife, but my boyfriend said those might be illegal? When we tried to do some research online I couldn't find a reliable source on what the Missouri law actually is. I live on the Westside and normally feel safe. I never use both earbuds and I try hard to always be aware of my surroundings. But a few weeks ago outta nowhere, this guy came upon me on his bike. He asked me if I had a cigarette, I told him "no" and continued walking but he seemed hesitant to move on his way. The entire thing felt very weird and uncomfortable and that's what got me thinking about bringing something with me when I go walking. So what are the laws exactly on what someone can have on them for self-protection? Thanks:)

[@SGFPolice]

Hi Amanda, We apologize for the untimely response. You should most definitely bring some type of protection on your walks. Both Tasters and knives are legal - switchblades are not legal to carry in Missouri. You might consider pepper spray or something of that nature.

[@toasted_.coconut]

@@SGFPolice Thanks. I went ahead and got a can of bear pepper spray. I can clip the can on my belt.

[@m0bz0mb38]

@@toasted_.coconut I think you mean bear mace

[@Ballerkg101]

Will you be uploading anymore videos similar to these? I really enjoy them

[@ashleychiari1808]

Hello I want to be a homicide detective when I am older. I have just turned 16 now and I was wondering what work I have to do before I get to be a homicide detective? Like do I have to do any other police work beforehand or after I am done with school and get my degrees, can I just go into the detective work?

[@vali.s5109]

yep, you need to go through academy and stay on patrol for a few years

[@alondraarrizon5472]

I want to be a homicide detective as well, and as far as I know, you'll need a highschool diploma, and for many police academies you will need some sort of college experience, whatever criteria the academy may need, then you'll need police training and spend time as a police officer before actually being able to transition to Detective

[@m0bz0mb38]

I'm going to school for a bachelors in Criminal Justice, Psychology and Sociology and I'm also learning Aikido, Judo and Jiu Jitsu when I have the time

[@cadenkoepp5852]

What's the first thing out of high school to do if I wanna be a homicide detective

[@MrPablation]

Seems like a God man I hope he cares more about the truth than completing a case

[@Slossage17]

Great video

[@dacoup5955]

Lmao face paint allergies crushed this man’s dreams so he went into solving homicides, how does that even happen …

[@jacquelinezuniga3539]

rude ending!

[@ftngie]

I'm sure it was part of the joke. He didn't want to answer how many cases he solved 😂