(Nacogdoches, Tx)  The Nacogdoches Police Department will host a Citizens’ Police Academy.

The Academy is a twelve-week program designed to educate citizens about the Nacogdoches Police Department and Law Enforcement.

 

“The program takes an in-depth look into law enforcement, and specifically the policies and procedures of the Nacogdoches Police Department”, said Sgt. Brett Ayres, who serves as the coordinator for the program. “It is designed to educate citizens on why we make certain decisions or handle situations in a particular way”.

 

The program begins on February 4th with graduation scheduled for April 21st.  Classes will be held at the police department from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. each Tuesday night. There is no cost to attend.

 

The class is limited to 20 students. Applications may be picked up at the police station or by calling 559-2607.

 

For more information, contact Sgt. Ayres at the police department by telephone or email at ayresb@ci.nacogdoches.tx.us.