Las Vegas Sun

March 28, 2024

Henderson Police to host Citizens Academy in August

Attention Henderson residents: If you’ve ever wanted to participate in a police academy, here’s your chance.

The Henderson Police Department is accepting applications for its Citizens Academy, which it says was created to build a bridge between citizens and the law enforcement that serves them.

During the 14-week program, participants will experience a condensed version of the actual police academy, police said. Participants will learn about radio and communication training, community policing, use of force, gang enforcement, crime scene investigation, detention center procedures and domestic violence.

The academy, which takes place three times a year, will meet from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays from Aug. 9 through Nov. 8.

Applicants must live or work in Henderson, be at least 18 and have no felony, gross misdemeanor or misdemeanor convictions. The deadline to apply is July 1.

For more information, call Training Officer David Woolman at 702-267-4865. Applications and background check forms can be picked up at 223 Lead St. or found at cityofhenderson.com.

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