Applications Being Accepted For New Rochelle's Citizen Police Academy

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — The New Rochelle Police Department is now taking applications for its annual Citizen Police Academy. Classes run eight consecutive Wednesday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. beginning May 10.

The Citizen Police Academy is designed to strengthen the partnership between the New Rochelle Police Department and the community it serves, according to organizers.

Participants will be introduced to the law enforcement and the criminal justice system through instructors representing every facet of the New Rochelle Police Department, from the police commissioner and division commanders to the beat officers on the streets.

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It is the goal of the Citizen Police Academy to provide the community with an accurate insight of their Police Department; and encourage increased interaction between New Rochelle Police Officers and the citizens of New Rochelle.

For further information and an application, contact the Training Unit at 914-654-2324 / 2323.

Applications must be filed and registration approved prior to the first class. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications can also be downloaded here.

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