DeKalb's First Youth Police Academy Begins June 19

DEKALB COUNTY, GA — DeKalb County youth age 14-17 can apply to be part of the county police department's first youth academy this summer.

The one-day, in-person event is set for 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 19 and is free to attend. Academy attendees will learn how the DeKalb County Police Department works; be given an overview of the department's various units, including K9, Bomb, SWAT and Crime Scene units; and learn what to do when they encounter police.

"I think it is important for our youth to have dialogue with their local police," DeKalb Police Chief Mirtha V. Ramos said in a news release. "We want them to learn about us as we learn about them and hear their concerns."

Parents or guardians of anyone who wants to attend can request an application by emailing or calling Shanethia Robinson at smrobinson@dekalbcountyga.gov or 770-482-0336.

The event will take place at 2484 Bruce St. in Lithonia.

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