Tammy Lachcik - A Forensic Scientist

  Tammy Lachcik ’s nearly 20-year career in forensic science includes serial killer investigations, laboratory development, and professional mentorship. She pioneered Gilbert PD’s forensic unit, securing advanced technology and achieving senior-level certification. Recognized as one of Arizona’s top specialists, Tammy later co-founded Yellow Iron Mafia, a brand celebrating heavy-equipment professionals. Her story reflects resilience, innovation, and leadership, combining scientific expertise with entrepreneurial passion to create meaningful impact across both law enforcement and business endeavors. With almost two decades of forensic expertise, Tammy Lachcik built Gilbert PD’s forensic unit, worked homicide cases, and mentored rising professionals. Achieving Arizona’s top certification, she earned respect as a leader in her field. Now, Tammy co-leads Yellow Iron Mafia, a brand supporting heavy-equipment professionals with pride. Her career reflects resilience, service, and innovat...

 As a forensic scientist, Tammy Lachcik advanced investigative practices through nearly 20 years of service in Arizona and Hawaii. She played a pivotal role in serial killer investigations, developed Gilbert PD’s forensic laboratory, and achieved Arizona’s top certification for Crime Scene Specialists. Now, Tammy channels her entrepreneurial vision into Yellow Iron Mafia, a brand honoring heavy-equipment professionals. Her journey reflects resilience, innovation, and a lifelong dedication to service, leadership, and meaningful community impact. Tammy Lachcik established herself as a trailblazer in forensic science, working on high-profile homicide investigations and building crime labs in Arizona and Hawaii. As Gilbert PD’s first Crime Scene Specialist, she developed the department’s forensic unit and mentored professionals. Achieving senior certification, she later co-founded Yellow Iron Mafia, a brand celebrating heavy-equipment professionals. Tammy’s journey highlights resilien...