Glimpse Behind the Badge: Citizens Police Academy Classes Coming Up

From City of Suwanee

Get a glimpse behind the badge and gain a better understanding of some of the complex situations that Suwanee police officers experience through this fall’s Citizens Police Academy. Classes will be held from 6:30-9 p.m. weekly beginning October 7, usually on Tuesdays but sometimes on Mondays depending on the week, at the Suwanee Police Training Center, 2966 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road. Classes will end December 9; check the online application at suwanee.com for specific dates.

Registration is free, but notarized applications must be received by Friday, September 26. Priority is given to City of Suwanee residents or to those who work within the City.

Topics covered include crime scene processing, traffic stops, building searches, crime prevention, and narcotics identification.

The City of Suwanee Police Department offers this nine-week program to help strengthen the bond of friendship and cooperation among citizens and police officers. Through classes, citizens gain a better understanding of the risks and responsibilities of Suwanee police officers.