A new program in Zionsville will show residents exactly what it takes to serve and protect the community.
In its inaugural year, “The Citizens Academy” will provide deep insight into the field of law enforcement.
“This eight-week academy will focus on educating citizens about the Zionsville Police Department, operations and role in the community,” said Sergeant Adrian Martin with the Zionsville Police Department.
During the eight-week-long program, members of the department will work with citizens on several training topics.
Many of the topics focus on work the officer does in the field. At one point in the course, citizens will partner up with an officer and hit the streets to take part in a four-hour ride along. The department says the ride along is a perfect chance for people to see exactly what it takes be an officer.
“Class participants will gain an understanding of police department responsibilities, laws and department procedures that govern its operation,” said Martin.
The Citizens Academy will also provide a look into the procedures and tactics the Zionsville Police Department uses to do their jobs effectively and to keep the community safe.
Some of the topics participants will focus on include crime scene investigations, criminal investigations, use of force and accident reconstruction.
Those taking part in the academy will also get a close look at emergency vehicles, a police K9 and an overview of narcotics.
The primary objective of this course is to give the community a better understanding of the challenges that law enforcement can face in a community that is growing fast.
“The ultimate goal of the academy is to continue to develop partnerships and relationships between the citizens of Zionsville and their local law enforcement agency,” said Martin.
The department hopes that providing community members with a deep look into law enforcement will help develop a stronger relationship between the community and law enforcement.
“It is our expectation to provide an accurate view into the real world of law enforcement for our participants.”
The academy is free, open to the public and will last eight weeks.
Each session will take place on Tuesday evenings, beginning on September 26.
Each course will last approximately two hours.
Upon completion of the course, participants graduate and will be able to participate alongside the police department in future activities.
If you’re interested in applying for the academy and would like to learn more about the program, click here.
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