By David Leavitt
APD Chief
The Alliance Police Department is pleased to announce that our newest police officer, Tyrel Hoatson, has successfully completed 16 weeks of training at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center earning his Law Enforcement Officer certification. The training program at the NLETC is a physically and mentally challenging program that incorporates a blend of online learning, classroom instruction, and hands-on skill development. To receive certification a student must pass all written examinations, and successfully complete all performance objectives. Students must also complete the essential physical job tasks as approved by the advisory council.
On Tuesday, August 20 at 7 p.m. Officer Hoatson was officially sworn in during our regularly scheduled council meeting held in the council chamber of the Alliance Public Library. Officer Hoatson will complete further training while assigned to a field training officer for the next 12 weeks. Upon successful completion of the field training program, Officer Hoatson will begin working as a fully trained solo officer. Please join me in welcoming Officer Hoatson to the Alliance Police Department.