Des Plaines police to host citizens academy
Des Plaines police are inviting residents to sign up for the 2017 Citizens Police Academy, a 10-week program that teaches citizens about police and law enforcement through hands-on exercises and other activities.
The academy begins March 21 and ends May 23. Classes will be Tuesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Des Plaines Police Station, 1418 Miner St. Topics covered include forensics, SWAT and traffic stops.
The deadline for registration is March 10 to allow time for background checks on all applicants. Residents of Des Plaines are given priority for enrollment and space is limited. For more information, call Officer Michael Heidkamp at (847) 391-5408 or Officer Michael Meyer at (847) 391-5410.
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