People sought for Gurnee citizen police academy

Gurnee police are seeking participants for the Citizen Police Academy to be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 25 through Nov. 17. The academy is 36 hours of instruction to provide a working knowledge of the practices, policies, and procedures governing the police department. Classes cover all facets of operations, including the hiring/training process, the 911 call center, investigations, patrol, and more. Hands-on participation is included whenever possible. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and of good moral character with no felony convictions. There is no charge for the academy. For an application, contact Deputy Chief Saundra Campbell at (847) 599-7050 or SCampbell@police.gurnee.il.us.