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In November, the Department’s administration approved the optional use of Angel

Armor uniform carriers to remove weight off the officers’ waist and redistribute it to

their torsos. Since moving the equipment from the belt to the vest was a considerable

change, the Training Division provided a two-hour training to familiarize officers with

techniques and ideas promoting the proper placement and use of each piece of

equipment.

Community Programs & Events

With the COVID restrictions removed, the Citizens Police Academy was held in 2021.

From April to June, 11 classes featuring a variety of law enforcement topics were

attended by 20 people. As with past classes, the attendees approved the class

curriculum and the overall program. Based on their feedback and the support of the

CPD Administration, Training plans to provide a class for 2022.

The Cranston Police Department continued its longstanding partnership with the

Cranston Public School District by teaching the ALICE program in each school building for

the eighth year from October to December. The Training Division organized and scheduled

the sessions throughout the district. The instructors, most of whom are parents, teach the

response options for students, teachers, and staff during a violent intruder incident.

Admittedly, violent intruders and the consequences of their actions are difficult subjects to

discuss. However, each presentation used age-appropriate language and encouraged

dialogue at every age. Once the training was completed, the officers presented the

information districtwide to approximately ten thousand students and staff.

Lastly, the Training Division and CCAP worked together throughout 2021, attempting

to perform tobacco compliance checks. Within the available time, officers from the

Training Division performed limited checks throughout the city and issued two

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Cranston Police Department Year in Review 2021