New initiative
UD Police plan Community Police Academy this fall
1:33 p.m., July 14, 2014--University of Delaware Police will hold its first Community Police Academy this fall providing an opportunity to learn more about police procedures and techniques.
Open to students, faculty and staff, as well as Newark residents, the academy will be held from 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 24-Nov. 12, at UD Police headquarters, 413 Academy St.
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"Police academies for local communities are a familiar concept in Delaware law enforcement, but this is the first of its kind for the University of Delaware," said UD Police Chief Patrick Ogden. "This academy presents a great opportunity both for the University community and our department, allowing for a new exchange of information and understanding."
The academy will include both classroom and field instruction on the responsibilities facing UD Police officers. Attendees will learn about such issues as use of force, defensive tactics, special operations, criminal investigations, evidence gathering techniques and demonstrations by the SWAT Team and K-9 unit. Participants also will have an opportunity to ride along with an officer and engage in target practice.
The program is free, but attendance is limited to 15 and advance registration is required. To register, visit http://www.udel.edu/police/forms/trainingcpa.htm. Registrations forms will be reviewed, and those accepted will be required to complete a short application. Those not selected will be encouraged to apply for the next available session.
For additional information, contact Cpl. Bryan Thomas at bthomas@udel.edu or cru-udpd@udel.edu or telephone 302-831-8538.