Eyes of the Law: Experience a 'Day in the Life' of a Burr Ridge Police Officer

Residents wondering what it's like to be a police officer in Burr Ridge are in luck this week when another Citizens Police Academy kicks off for a months-long session.

The Burr Ridge Police Department starts its next nine-week course on Wednesday, Sept. 14, and although it's right around the corner, local officials say there's still time join.

The workshop walks participants through the daily decisions an officer faces; as well as routine protocols for traffic stops, building searches, Tasers, investigation methods, collaborative law enforcement groups, tracking criminals, and more.

Much of students' lessons will be acquired through simulation exercises, officers said.

To qualify for the course, canditates must be 21 years old or older and live, work or own property in Burr Ridge.

For more information or to apply, contact Officer Robert Wirth at rwirth@burrridge.gov, call 630-323-8181, ext. 5395, or complete the online application.