(From the Joplin Police Department)The Joplin Police Department is proud to announce the upcoming fall session of the Citizens Police Academy.
The Citizens Police Academy is an exciting 14-week program hosted by the police department. This program targets people in our area who want to learn more about the Joplin Police Department.
Offered FREE of charge, this hands-on, interactive, behind-the-scenes program is taught by experienced police officers, who share their unique perspective on law enforcement.
The classes will be held every Thursday evening starting July 28th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The CPA will conclude on October 27th with a closing ceremony and dinner. The classes will be held at various locations throughout the City. The class size will be limited to approximately 25 participants. Applicants must be 21 years or older.
Topics covered will include: crime scene investigations, narcotics investigations, child abuse investigations, vehicle stops, SWAT operations and equipment, use of force tactics, building clearing, DWI enforcement, an introduction to the K9 unit and much more.
An application can be submitted or printed from JPD’s website, www.joplinpolice.org, under the Events tab. An application can also be obtained at the front desk of the Joplin Police Department at 303 E. 3rd Street, in Joplin. Questions can be directed to Officer Lacey Baxter at lbaxter@joplinmo.org or at (417) 623-3131, ext 1632
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