Deadline Looms As Southington's Inaugural Citizens Police Academy Seeks Participants: UPDATE

SOUTHINGTON, CT — If you're looking to learn about the Southington Police Department and see what it takes to be one of its finest, the SPD has kick-started just the program for you.

The SPD opened up registration for the inaugural Southington Citizens Police Academy last month, and the deadline to apply is this weekend.

A free 10-week program for a limited number of participants, the Southington Citizens Police Academy offers an inside look at modern policing in Southington.

Folks will be able to learn about investigations, K-9s, drones, firearm safety, ride-alongs, and more.

The program begins on April 7, but applications to participate are due by Sunday, Feb. 15.

To sign up for the Southington Citizens Police Academy, click on this link.

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