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Click It or Ticket

The National Seat Belt Enforcement Mobilization known as "Click It or Ticket" will be taking place between May 22-June 4, 2017. The campaign focuses on safety education, strong laws and law enforcement officers saving lives. The Kent Police Department will once again be participating. In 2015, the use of seat belts in passenger vehicles saved an estimated 13,941 lives of occupants ages 5 and older.

New Citizens Police Academy Dates Set

The Kent Police Department will be launching its 7th Citizens Police Academy this spring. The Citizens Police Academy offers an opportunity for members of the Kent area to see first hand what police officers do and experience. In addition, the Citizens Police Academy offers attendees an opportunity to make a unique connection with the Kent Police Department and its members. The Citizens Police Academy will involve 12 weekly classes. The first class will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2017.

New Hire

The department is pleased to announce the hiring of our newest officer who was sworn in today. Lee Allen joins us from Brimfield PD, where he has had 9 years of experience. He has also worked for both Uniontown PD and Magnolia PD. Congratulations and welcome!