Citizens Police Academy Announced In Hamden

HAMDEN, CT — Hamden police are accepting applications for the department's 11th session of the Hamden Citizen's Police Academy, which will begin March 26.

“The purpose of this endeavor is to provide local residents, local business/property owners and college students with pertinent information, as it relates to the function and activities of the Hamden Police Department,” Capt. Ronald Smith wrote in a news release. “It has always been the department’s goal to increase public awareness and build community rapport through education and conversation.

“The Hamden Citizen’s Academy will cover a vast array of interesting topics, including: patrol procedures, major crime investigations, forensic science/crime scene techniques, crime prevention, use of force, cultural awareness, ethics and integrity and a K-9 demonstration.”

Applications can be found here or at various town buildings, including: police headquarters, government center/town hall and local libraries. Applications can be submitted in-person, mail or emailed to Captain Ronald Smith at rsmith@hamdenpd.com or Sergeant Brent Zuscin at bzuscin@hamdenpd.com. The deadline for submitting an application is 4 p.m. on March 20. Classes, which will be held on Thursdays, begin March 26 at 6:30p.m. at the Hamden Police Department Training Division. Refreshments will be served.