
The Lake County Sheriff's Office has marked a significant milestone, completing its inaugural Basic Police Academy. In a social media announcement, Sheriff Frank Leonbruno extended his commendations to the individuals at the heart of this achievement. "Congratulations to Chief Bob Izzo (Academy Commander) and Deputy Don Ticel (Academy Co-Ordinator) at the completion of the very 1st Lake County Sheriff's Office Basic Police Academy," Lake County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Frank Leonbruno shared in the post.
Leonbruno also expressed gratitude towards the diverse group of academy instructors, whose expertise stems from the broad spectrum of the local law enforcement, and judicial sectors. These professionals are credited for providing high-caliber training to the novitiates of the policing community. Moreover, the collaboration with Lakeland Community College was vital, Leonbruno notes, "Partnerships are essential today and we greatly value our connection with our friends at Lakeland Community College." This cooperative effort is seen as a crucial pillar in the Police Academy’s foundation.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Frank Leonbruno, social media post, which can be visited on the official Facebook page of Sheriff Leonbruno, promises further details on the Academy and the graduates on their commencement day. As the Lake County community anticipates this information, the completion of the first ever Basic Police Academy under the purview of the Sheriff's Office signals a future of streamlined, locally-driven law enforcement training.









