Public service background
Retired after more than 26 years with the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office, most recently serving as Detective Lieutenant commanding the Criminal Investigations Division.
About
Curiosity Drone Solutions is owned and operated by Curiosity Investigations LLC and led by Frederick Cornelius, a licensed private investigator and certified commercial drone operator.

Frederick Cornelius
Fred brings a rare combination of law enforcement, instruction, investigation, public service, and drone capability to practical aerial documentation work.
Retired after more than 26 years with the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office, most recently serving as Detective Lieutenant commanding the Criminal Investigations Division.
Experience includes criminal investigations, evidence work, fire investigation, drug recognition, critical incident negotiation, and private investigation through Curiosity Investigations LLC.
Certified police instructor for more than 18 years, NYS Master Police Instructor, and adjunct professor of Criminal Justice at Cayuga Community College.
Education includes an A.A.S. in Criminal Justice, a B.S. in Criminal Justice Administration, and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration.
Served six years in the United States Air Force as a non-commissioned officer in Security and Law Enforcement before entering local law enforcement.