Health & Fitness
Free Citizens Police Academy for St. Louis County Residents
The St. Louis County Police Department, City of Fenton Precinct, and West County Precinct will co-host a Citizens Police Academy beginning in February to provide community members an opportunity to learn crime prevention techniques, become acquainted with local law enforcement officials, and gain a better understanding of the County Police Department’s operations.
I participated in a Citizens Police Academy several years ago, and it was an incredible experience. Role playing various scenarios that police officers may encounter while on duty gave me a much greater appreciation of what law enforcement officials go through while serving and protecting our communities.
Law enforcement professionals will lead the academy classes each Wednesday from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the West County Precinct, 232 Vance Road, beginning February 26. The eight week training session will conclude with a graduation for participants on April 16.
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This free learning opportunity is open to all St. Louis County residents, but registration is required and seating is limited. To learn more or to obtain a registration form, contact Officer Aaron Dilks at adilks@stlouisco.com or (636) 349-8120 or Vincent Bazzoni at vbazonni@stlouisco.com or (314) 615-0700.