The Albany Police Department is now accepting applications for the 25th session of the Citizens Police Academy.
Twelve weekly, two hour sessions will begin on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 and will continue until August 30, 2011. Class times are from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Citizens will be given an opportunity to learn about a variety of topics including:
• Investigations
• Patrol
• Gang Awareness
• 9-11 Communications
• Forensics
• Crime Scene Evidence Collection
• Firearms Training
• Identity Theft/Fraud
In addition, there will be opportunities to experience use of force situations through the firearms simulator, and to ride-along with an officer on patrol.
Anyone interested in participating in the Albany Police Department’s Citizens Academy can go to the City’s website to pre-register by downloading an application. The program is free and open to the public.
If you have any questions, you can contact Ms. Phyllis Banks at (229) 483-6298 or the Public Relations Office at (229) 483-6298.