NEWS RELEASE
Date: August 28, 2019
Contact: Captain Ronald Smith
Phone: (203) 230-4029
PIO#: 19-113
The Hamden Police Department is proud to announce the 10th session of the Hamden Citizen’s Police Academy. The purpose of this endeavor is to provide local residents, local business/property owners and college students with pertinent information, as it relates to the function and activities of the Hamden Police Department. It has always been the Department’s goal to increase public awareness and build community rapport through education and conversation.
The Hamden Citizen’s Academy will cover a vast array of interesting topics, including: patrol procedures, major crime investigations, forensic science/crime scene techniques, crime prevention, use of force, cultural awareness, ethics and integrity and a K-9 demonstration.
Applications can be obtained online on the Hamden Police Department web page or at various town buildings, including: police headquarters, government center/town hall and local libraries. Applications can be submitted in-person, mail or emailed to Captain Ronald Smith at rsmith@hamdenpd.com or Sergeant Brent Zuscin at bzuscin@hamdenpd.com. The deadline for submitting an application is September 10th at 4:00p.m. Classes, which will be held on Wednesdays, will commence on September 11th at 6:30p.m. at the Hamden Police Department Training Division. Refreshments will be served.