CONYERS, GA—The Conyers Police Department (CPD) is preparing to offer a Citizen’s Police Academy once again for citizens this spring.
The six-week academy will be offered on Tuesdays beginning April 18, 6 p.m. Each session will last two hours, from 6 to 8 p.m., 8and most sessions will take place in the Conyers Police Department training room at 1194 Scott Street.
Academy participants will learn about the various divisions of the CPD, learn about the drone program, solve a mock crime scene, obtain identity fraud and cybercrime tips, and participate in various scenarios utilizing a judgmental shooting simulator. Students will spend one full night with CPD’s Special Response Team and K-9 Unit.
Those interested in participating in the Citizen’s Police Academy can go to the Conyers Police website, www.conyerspolice.com, to download an application. For questions, contact Sergeant Peggy Franklin at 678-374-5603 or email peggy.franklin@conyersga.gov.
Applications are due no later than April 13. There is no charge to participate in the academy and participants must be over the age of 18. The class is limited to 20 participants.