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The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office Regional Training Academy welcomed cadet class #57 on July 29. A group of 13 recruits from multiple agencies entered the Academy for the first time to receive training and education according to the Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) standards.

Over the next 14 weeks, the recruits will undergo comprehensive training in various areas, including officer survival skills, active shooter drills, officer-down scenarios, academics, and weapons qualifications. The training will also cover physical fitness, chemical weapons, legal aspects, defensive tactics, driving, diversity, professionalism, and other topics. Class #57 is scheduled to graduate on November 7.

The Academy, located near the bank of the Red River on LA Hwy. 1 South, has been training new deputies and police officers since 2001. Since opening its doors, the Academy has provided thousands of law enforcement professionals with relevant and up-to-date training while being cost-effective. The Northwest Planning District served by the Academy consists of the following parishes: Caddo, Bienville, Bossier, Claiborne, Desoto, Lincoln, Natchitoches, Red River, and Sabine.

For questions regarding this press release, please contact Breck Scott