DeKalb police hosting first-ever youth academy

Editor’s Note: DeKalb police initially announced this event would take place in June, but it was later rescheduled to take place July 24.

The DeKalb County Police Department will host its first-ever youth academy this summer.

The one-day, in-person program will be held July 24 and is open to those between 14 and 17 years old. Participation is free.

According to a press release, participating teens will be given an overview of the department’s various units — including K9, SWAT and crime scene investigation — and will learn what to do when they encounter police.

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“I think it is important for our youth to have dialogue with their local police,” police chief Mirtha Ramos said in a press release. “We want them to learn about us as we learn about them and hear their concerns.”

Parents or guardians can request an application for the class by contacting Shanethia Robinson at smrobinson@dekalbcountyga.gov or 770-482-0336.

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