Media & Consultancy

Police, crime and trauma — done with authenticity.

I support broadcasters, production companies, authors and journalists who want accurate and credible insight into policing, criminal investigation and trauma realism. Audiences know when something isn’t real—my role is to make sure it is.

With over 30 years of combined military and policing experience, including senior roles in Counter Terrorism, Major Crime, Intelligence and Incident Command, I provide professional consultation on frontline reality, police structure, investigative procedure and operational decision-making under pressure.

Services

Police Procedure Advisor

Authentic detail for TV, film and publishing—CID structure, major enquiry process, warrant execution, criminal law basics, risk management and case progression.

Major Incident & Investigative Consultancy

Advice on high-risk operations, manhunts, missing persons strategy, surveillance, informant handling, investigative interview strategy and decision logs.

Trauma & PTSD Representation

Guidance on responsibly portraying trauma, operational stress, breakdown, recovery and psychological impact.

Script & Manuscript Review

Detailed review for writers and production teams to improve realism, accuracy and operational credibility.

On-screen / Recorded Expert

Available for news commentary, documentaries, panels and discussions on policing, leadership and mental health.

Areas of Expertise

Murder and serious crime investigations
Counter Terrorism operations
Firearms operations & command
Crime scene management
Missing persons investigations
Crisis decision-making
Interview strategy
Operational intelligence
Crime sector leadership
PTSD and trauma realism

Who I Work With

TV & film production companies
Broadcasters and documentary teams
Publishers and crime authors
Podcast & media platforms
Security and investigation projects

Professional Background

Former Senior Police Inspector – Police Scotland
Royal Air Force Police Veteran
Counter Terrorism and Serious Crime background
Critical Incident Commander
Commended for leadership and service

If you want accurate, professional insight—let’s talk.

Media Enquiries

Ryan MacDonald

Author & Speaker

Ryan shares lived experience and does not provide therapy, counselling or crisis intervention.
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