Officer Carpenter began his Law Enforcement Career in 2014 with the Gastonia Police Department. Officer Carpenter was assigned to the Gastonia Police Department Traffic Enforcement Bureau in May of 2020. Officer Carpenter Completed Basic Motor Officer School in 2022, an 80 hour course.
Officer Carpenter has attended various trainings in DWI Enforcement and Crash Reconstruction. Officer Carpenter enjoys assisting others with developing and improving their Motorcycle riding abilities.