Citizens can learn about law enforcement beginning Feb. 25

Written by Staff Reports Saturday, February 16, 2013 01:00 am

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE – A Citizens Police Academy starts Monday, Feb. 25, at the Cape May County Public Training Center.

The program will take place from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Mondays through April 23.

Citizens are invited to sign up for the academy, which will provide an overview of law enforcement.

“Citizens will have a chance to see how police are trained and how they respond to various situations,” Cape May County Freeholder Leonard C. Desiderio said in a press release. “This is a hands-on academy that gives citizens an opportunity to participate in police operations in simulated situations.”

Refreshments will be provided during the evening. To register, contact the Cape May County Police Academy at 465-1134 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The Cape May County Public Safety Training Center is at 171 Crest Haven Road, Cape May Court House.