Community engagement is taking center stage in Raleigh as the local police department opens applications for its free educational program aimed at fostering a more transparent relationship between law enforcement and residents. The Raleigh Police Department’s Community Police Academy invites members of the public to peek behind the curtain and understand the inner workings of those tasked with their protection and service, as stated on the city’s official website.
Running for nine to ten weeks during the spring, this program isn’t just a standard classroom lecture series. Engaging directly with Raleigh police officers, residents will have a chance to engage in interactive discussions and observe demonstrations, encompassing areas from constitutional law to…..