FWPD’s Citizens’ Police Academy to return

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – The Fort Wayne Police Department says that after a 17-year hiatus, the Citizens’ Police Academy will return.

25 people will be able to get an up-close look at what our bravest men and women do each day in the Summit City.

The FWPD released the following:

The Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) is proud to announce the return of its Citizens’ Police Academy (CPA) after a 17-year hiatus. The program offers residents a hands-on look at FWPD operations, from patrol and investigations to K9 demonstrations and CSI techniques.

Dates: Thursdays, October 2nd – November 13th
Location: Public Safety Academy, 7602 Patriot Crossing, Fort Wayne, IN
Cost: free

Applications will be accepted from September 1st through the 18th online.

Space is limited to 25 participants.

“The Citizens Police Academy is an important opportunity to build trust, foster transparency, and create lasting partnerships with our community. We want our residents to see not just what we do, but why we do it — and how we can work together for a safer, stronger city.”

Chief Scott Caudill.

For more information or to apply, CLICK HERE