The East Ridge Police Department is seeking participants for its inaugural Citizen’s Police Academy. Class 19-01 will begin Sept. 16 from 6-9 p.m. and last 10 weeks.
The academy will be aimed at familiarizing East Ridge citizens with the various aspects of the law enforcement profession. During the training sessions, representatives from various divisions within the police department will conduct presentations and demonstrations on a variety of topics, including uniform patrol, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, the K-9 unit and more.
Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants must be a resident, business owner, or employee of an East Ridge business and 21 years of age to apply.
Download the application at www.eastridgetn.gov/Government/Departments/Police.aspx.
Source: East Ridge Police Department