Time is ticking for anyone looking to get an inside perspective on local law enforcement operations. The St. Peters Police Department has announced the final call for its Citizen Police Academy, a program that promises community members a comprehensive look into the workings of police duties. According to a social media post by the St. Peters Police Department, the upcoming session is set to begin on March 4, with only a few spots left open for prospective participants.
The twelve-week course aims, to demystify the various aspects of police work, including Criminal Investigations, Crime Scene Processing, and DWI Enforcement. According to the same post, attendees will also gain insight into Domestic Violence cases, Missouri and Constitutional Law, and get up close with specialized units such as SWAT and K9. The participatory angle of the academy isn't an afterthought either — enrollees have the chance to experience a ride along, putting them in the passenger seat of day-to-day police activity.
Held every Wednesday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Police Department, the program will not only educate but also refresh participants, as the $30 cost includes the price of refreshments. The department's post emphasizes the urgency for would-be attendees to register, making it clear that once the class reaches capacity, the doors will close on this opportunity.
For those whose curiosity for the inner workings of their local police department piques their interest or concern, now's the moment to leap into action, because "do not wait" are the final three words calling out from the St. Peters Police Department post.
