1/18/13 - Area citizens are being invited to take advantage of an opportunity to learn about what really goes on behind the scenes in law enforcement. Applications are currently being accepted for the âThe Lakes Area Citizens Police Academyâ. Milford Police Chief Thomas Lindberg says the free program helps increase understanding and cooperation between police and citizens through education. The free 30-hour instructional program academy is a joint venture between the Milford, South Lyon, Novi, Walled Lake and Wolverine Lake Police Departments. Itâs open to those 18 and older who live or work in those communities and designed to give the public an insiderâs knowledge about various police departments and what law enforcement work is all about. The format includes practical demonstrations, hands-on exercises and presentations, as well as tours of various facilities such as the Oakland County Medical Examiner's Office and the Michigan State Police DNA lab. Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm to 9pm and begin March 6th, running through May 15th. The first class will meet at the Novi Police Training Center and the registration deadline is February 20th. For more information or to apply, click on the link below. (JM)
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