MEET C.K. REDLINGER
From Marine to Homicide Detective to Stuntman to Author
Not until he became a detective in the Robbery-Homicide Unit did he uncover his hidden talent for storytelling. While entirely true, his testimonies and court supplements in murder cases were favored by prosecutors.
While meticulously writing comprehensive homicide case reports, he couldn’t help but feel the responsibility of narrating the story of the murder victim, who was now forever silent. Once he left law enforcement and joined the Global War on Terror, he consistently found himself in intriguing and dangerous situations. As the experiences and story of his own life grew, so did an urge to write. Working as a technical adviser on war films ignited his creativity and inspired him to pursue a career in fiction writing.
MEET C.K. REDLINGER
From Marine to Homicide Detective to Stuntman to Author
C.K. Redlinger is an author whose professional career was anything but conventional. From the Marines to a Homicide Detective to a War-Time Military Contractor and finally a Hollywood Movie Advisor, his life was filled with thrilling experiences. Drawing from his four decades of adventures, he skillfully weaves them into his books and stories.
From murder scenes to battlefields and Hollywood movie sets to boardrooms, C.K. uses his adventures and experiences to bring an authentic voice to his stories.
MARINE
C.K. Redlinger grew up in the land of giants, shaped by a family deeply rooted in military service. With both parents serving in the Marines and a grandfather who fought in World War II, alongside numerous uncles spanning conflicts from World War II to Vietnam, the military ethos ran strong in his upbringing. These familial influences instilled invaluable lessons on manhood, with his father emerging as his greatest role model.
Inspired by his father’s career in the Marines, C.K. Redlinger followed suit, initially serving as an infantryman before transitioning to the Fleet Antiterrorism Security Team. There, he assumed roles as an assault team leader, explosive breacher, and close quarters battle (CQB) instructor. Following his departure from active duty, his path continued alongside Marines as a military contractor and DOD civilian instructor, furthering his dedication to service and sharing his expertise with the next generation.
HOMICIDE DETECTIVE
CK found another role model in his big brother, an Atlanta Police Officer. Just like Burt Reynolds’ larger-than-life personality, his brother’s adventures during the 80s and 90s left a lasting impression on him. After the Marine Corps, he joined the county police in metropolitan Atlanta. While patrolling southeast Atlanta, he quickly developed a strong interest in joining elite units such as Robbery-Homicide and SWAT. Once he achieved the rank of detective, he immediately joined the prestigious Major Felony Unit. Working alongside other robbery-homicide detectives, he dealt with an overwhelming caseload of violent crimes. To this day, he views it as his most profound responsibility. Once he became a sergeant, he spent a short time back on the street before being assigned as the Unit Commander of the Vice & Permits Unit. In his final position with the department, he served as a sniper team leader on the Special Weapons & Tactics Team. His actions in the line of duty earned him over 20 commendations.
ACTOR / STUNTMAN
CK’s first foray into the movies happened unexpectedly when producers approached him while he was working security as a police officer on set, and asked him to take on an acting role. In Jordan, years later, he was given the unique opportunity to act as a liaison to the oscar-winning film Zero-Dark Thirty while stationed at a Special Operations Training Center, becoming a crucial link between the military and the world of cinema. His experience advising directors and productions on military technical matters eventually led to other forms of consulting, stuntwork, and acting. A key aspect of his impact on Jordan’s film industry was building a pool of local stunt performers through training and development. Even now, the stunt team continues to thrive and has been involved in over thirty international films.
CHARITY
CK’s involvement in the fight against anti-poaching began with a friendship with two remarkable individuals: Harry Taylor, a former SAS Trooper, and Peter Carr, an investigative journalist.
In the 1990s Harry Taylor, ESPA’s chief executive officer and managing director, as part of a team of ex-SAS colleagues partnered with a specialist police unit, was involved in an operation in southern African countries interdicting criminal gangs trading in rhino horn. This high-risk, clandestine operation was successful in shutting down parts of the gangs’ operation and in training a significant number of park rangers in countering the illicit rhino horn trade.
An investigative journalist by the name of Peter Carr (now ESPA’s chief operations officer and director of investigations) was following the story. He had been significantly involved in other anti-poaching initiatives and investigations and, as an accomplished author, wanted to write a book about the operation and approached Harry.
The book idea was abandoned, and instead, efforts were made to establish a new agency to combat wildlife crime. Harry and Pete recognized the importance of combating poaching and the illegal wildlife trade to protect endangered species, and understood that protected areas are crucial for preserving vulnerable populations. The establishment and development of enduring partnerships were crucial for the success of conservation projects and meeting the needs of all stakeholders.
CK joined the board of directors based in the UK and played a key role in establishing a fundraising division in the United States. They united to create ESPA, and since then, the charity has been tirelessly working to combat the destruction of endangered species by implementing targeted anti-poaching and counter-trafficking strategies.
CHARITY
CK’s involvement in the fight against anti-poaching began with a friendship with two remarkable individuals: Harry Taylor, a former SAS Trooper, and Peter Carr, an investigative journalist.
In the 1990s Harry Taylor, ESPA’s chief executive officer and managing director, as part of a team of ex-SAS colleagues partnered with a specialist police unit, was involved in an operation in southern African countries interdicting criminal gangs trading in rhino horn. This high-risk, clandestine operation was successful in shutting down parts of the gangs’ operation and in training a significant number of park rangers in countering the illicit rhino horn trade.
An investigative journalist by the name of Peter Carr (now ESPA’s chief operations officer and director of investigations) was following the story. He had been significantly involved in other anti-poaching initiatives and investigations and, as an accomplished author, wanted to write a book about the operation and approached Harry.
The book idea was abandoned, and instead, efforts were made to establish a new agency to combat wildlife crime. Harry and Pete recognized the importance of combating poaching and the illegal wildlife trade to protect endangered species, and understood that protected areas are crucial for preserving vulnerable populations. The establishment and development of enduring partnerships were crucial for the success of conservation projects and meeting the needs of all stakeholders.
CK joined the board of directors based in the UK and played a key role in establishing a fundraising division in the United States. They united to create ESPA, and since then, the charity has been tirelessly working to combat the destruction of endangered species by implementing targeted anti-poaching and counter-trafficking strategies.
