LPD Citizens Police Academy 2024

 

LYNCHBURG, Va. – The Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) is hosting a Citizens Police Academy session that is scheduled to begin on September 19, 2024. This 9-week program is an opportunity for community members to learn about department operations and relative trends in law enforcement. The curriculum will include topics such as the LPD service philosophy, aspects of patrol, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, special operations, equipment familiarity, and laws of arrest.

 

Weekly classes will be held every Thursday from 6:00-8:15 p.m. in the LPD West Building at 805 Court Street. Participants should make every effort to attend all nine weeks of the program. There is no fee to attend. Space is limited, so applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and a criminal background check will be conducted preceding acceptance to the program.

 

Applications are available between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the LPD Information Desk located at 905 Court Street or may be printed online at https://www.lynchburgvapolice.gov/citizens-police-academy/. Completed applications must be submitted to the LPD Information Desk by 5 p.m. on Monday, September 9, 2024. For more information, please contact LPD Crime Prevention Specialist Cindy Kozerow at (434) 455-6145.