Aug. 31 Deadline To Apply for Edinburg Police Citizens Police Academy Starting September

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Edinburg TX – The Edinburg Police Department will hold its Citizens Police Academy from Sept. 14 through Oct. 22, with sessions held Mondays from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., plus two Saturday sessions, according to the department.

The academy will cover patrol procedures, criminal investigations, firearms, police driving, and the K-9 unit, among other topics.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, must reside or work in the City of Edinburg, and must be able to attend all sessions. A background check is required.

The academy will be held at the LCPD Derek Hernandez Police Training Facility, 1309 N. Doolittle Rd.

The application deadline is Aug. 31, 2026, at 4 p.m. For more information, contact Officer Anaya at 956-378-2365 or ranaya@cityofedinburg.com.

Source – Edinburg Police Department