The Sidney Police Department is conducting a Citizens Police Academy and has extended the program application deadline to February 1, 2024. The program is designed to give the citizens an overview of the how the department operates and an in-depth view of its policies.
This free course will be held on ten consecutive Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. starting February 21, 2024, and ending April 24, 2024. The course will take place in the Sidney Police Department Training room located at 234 W. Court Street.
Applications can be picked up at the Sidney Police Department or are available online. Applications may be returned to Officer Bryce Stewart in person, by mail or by email no later than February 1, 2024.
You must be a resident of Sidney/Shelby County, or be associated with a business or organization within Sidney. and must have no current criminal charges pending in court. Past criminal history may or may not disqualify you from participation based on seriousness of offense and time passing since offense. You may be disqualified to participate at the discretion of the Chief of Police.