Public police academy planned
The Plymouth Township Police Department will host the fall 2025 Citizen Police Academy. This free 8-week program is designed to provide students with an inside look at the operations, challenges and technology that define modern policing.
This is a hands-on, interactive experience where students will learn directly from the officers and professionals, a spokesman noted. Those attending will go behind the scenes at the dispatch center, learn about patrol tactics and equipment, and understand the national police accreditation process.
In addition, the academy offers deep dives into traffic enforcement and accident investigation to crime scene processing and criminal investigation. The work of specialized units like the Drug Enforcement and Homeland Security task force will be covered along with discussions on use of force, legal precedents and decision making.
Students will have an opportunity to test their skills and judgment in the firearm simulator and learn about the workings of the justice system. The final sessions will include the SWAT team procedures and other special operations within the department.
This is a unique opportunity for residents and space is limited. Sessions will take place from 6-8 p.m. Thursdays Oct. 2 through Nov. 20 at the at the Plymouth Township Hall - Multi-Function Room - 9955 N. Haggerty Road. Applications are available on the Plymouth Township Police website.
