If you want to get insight into the world of being a police officer without diving headfirst, the Lawton Citizens Police Academy is taking applications.
The academy is designed to offer citizens an overview of how the Lawton Police Department functions as well as create two-way communication between citizens and officers. The course includes information on operations, community issues, videos and hands-on training to help citizens better understand how they can help to make the community safer.
Academy starts Feb. 1
The Citizens Police Academy is from Feb. 1 through April 11. There will be 12, three-hour weekly sessions each Thursday at the Great Plains Tech Center Building 900, 4500 W. Lee, and is completely free to the public.
Any person 18 and older who lives or works in the Lawton or Comanche County area is eligible to attend.
The goal of the Citizens Police Academy is to build trust and better relationships between police and citizens through education and interaction, police officials said. Partnering with citizens is hoped to successfully bridge the gap between citizens and law enforcement, according to a statement from LPD. It also will open a window to issues police face on a daily basis while equipping citizens with resources.
You may visit www.lawtonok.gov/events to download and complete the application.
Applications may also be picked up at the front desk of the Lawton Police Department, 100 S. Railroad or Building 900 at the tech center.
For further questions, contact Sgt. Matt Dimmitt, 580-351-7081; or email: [email protected].
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