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Citizens Police Academy

The Citizens Police Academy in La Porte County is a program designed to inform the public about modern-day police procedures. Adults in the community attend classes that cover emergency response, K9 units, drone teams, and crime scene processing.

Videographer - Kristen Franklin

Editor - Greg Banks

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Det. Derrick DeckDetectiveLa Porte County Sheriff's Office

Jeff RoseboomState Fire MarshalIndiana Department of Homeland Security

Det. Evan DoperalskiDetectiveLa Porte County Sheriff's Office

Det. Jacob KochDetectiveLa Porte County Sheriff's Office

Matthew HugleyAttendeeCitizens Police Academy

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Date uploaded: October 3, 2024

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