Lombard Police host 22nd Citizen's Police Academy

LOMBARD, Illinois— The Lombard Police Department will hold its 22nd Citizen's Police Academy, beginning March 6, 2012. The classes are held, free of charge, every Tuesday night from 7-9:30 p.m. over a 10-week period.

The purpose of the academy is to give citizens living or working in Lombard an understanding of modern police procedures and the challenges officers face. Lombard officers teach all classes so participants get it straight from the front line.

Topics covered in the classes include traffic stops, firearm training, search and seizure laws, defensive tactics training and other hands-on instruction.

The CPA is a great opportunity for citizens to get to know the Lombard Police force and get a hands-on experience of what police work is all about. Students say they never look at the police the same once they have gone through the classes.

Although class size is limited, citizens interested in applying to attend the academy are encouraged to contact Barb Bartolotte, Administrative Secretary at the Lombard Police Department, at (630) 873-4471 for an application.

Applications are also available at the front desk of the Police Department, or may be printed from the Village of Lombard website at www.villageoflombard.org.