At the Atlanta Police Department, our mission is train the best officers to protect and serve the City of Atlanta. Major Fred Watson oversees the Atlanta Police Academy and started his career back in 2001. He is originally from Chicago but has made Atlanta his home. Coming back as the Commander of the police academy has been a rewarding experience for Major Watson because he’s passionate about helping officers and recruits succeed at APD. His goal is to offer future officers the same opportuniti
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At the Atlanta Police Department, our mission is train the best officers to protect and serve the City of Atlanta. Major Fred Watson oversees the Atlanta Police Academy and started his career back in 2001. He is originally from Chicago but has made Atlanta his home. Coming back as the Commander of the police academy has been a rewarding experience for Major Watson because he’s passionate about helping officers and recruits succeed at APD. His goal is to offer future officers the same opportuniti
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After countless hours of physical conditioning, tactical training, and high-pressure simulations, these officers have reached a milestone few ever will — graduation from one of the most demanding law enforcement programs in the country. SWAT selection and training push every limit — physically, mentally, and emotionally. From endurance runs and breaching drills to split-second decision-making under stress, every phase is designed to forge elite responders capable of facing the most dangerous sit
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After countless hours of physical conditioning, tactical training, and high-pressure simulations, these officers have reached a milestone few ever will — graduation from one of the most demanding law enforcement programs in the country. SWAT selection and training push every limit — physically, mentally, and emotionally. From endurance runs and breaching drills to split-second decision-making under stress, every phase is designed to forge elite responders capable of facing the most dangerous sit
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👨‍🚒👮‍♀️🧑‍🔧Public Safety Progress Continues ‼️ The development of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center is underway. The Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) plays a crucial role in training not only first responders but also personnel associated with the city's Department of Public Works. Mastering navigation through our bustling city and neighborhoods is an essential aspect of training. www.ATLTrainingCenter.com | City of Atlanta Police Department
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👨‍🚒👮‍♀️🧑‍🔧Public Safety Progress Continues ‼️ The development of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center is underway. The Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) plays a crucial role in training not only first responders but also personnel associated with the city's Department of Public Works. Mastering navigation through our bustling city and neighborhoods is an essential aspect of training. www.ATLTrainingCenter.com | City of Atlanta Police Department
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Today marks a major step forward in ensuring a safer future for Atlanta. The new state-of-the-art Atlanta Public Safety Training Center brings together Atlanta’s police and fire departments under one roof for joint, real-world training — fostering stronger coordination, quicker response times, and enhanced public safety across the city. By training side-by-side, our first responders will be better equipped to handle the emergencies that impact our neighborhoods. This isn’t just a center — it’s a
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Today marks a major step forward in ensuring a safer future for Atlanta. The new state-of-the-art Atlanta Public Safety Training Center brings together Atlanta’s police and fire departments under one roof for joint, real-world training — fostering stronger coordination, quicker response times, and enhanced public safety across the city. By training side-by-side, our first responders will be better equipped to handle the emergencies that impact our neighborhoods. This isn’t just a center — it’s a
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Thank you to everyone who played a role in making the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center a reality. Your dedication, support, and hard work have helped build a safer, stronger future for our community. Let the training begin!✂️🎗️ | City of Atlanta Police Department
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Thank you to everyone who played a role in making the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center a reality. Your dedication, support, and hard work have helped build a safer, stronger future for our community. Let the training begin!✂️🎗️ | City of Atlanta Police Department
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APD’s Community Oriented Policing Goes into Fulton County Schools with Clippers and Cops Campus Invasion Policing for us is more than just chasing bad guys, and arresting lawbreakers. The Atlanta Police Department (APD) has been involved in Community Oriented Policing (COP) well before it became a criminal justice reform mandate. Working in the community, helping families, and doing our best to redirect juveniles towards a positive future and away from gangs and crime are key to our overall poli
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APD Celebrates: Class 285 🎓✨ On September 23, 2024, the Atlanta Police Academy held a graduation ceremony for Recruit Class #285 at Atlanta Metropolitan State College. The event was a joyous occasion, attended by family and friends who gathered to celebrate the achievements of the new officers. Mayor Andre Dickens was present to offer his congratulations and emphasize the significance of their roles within the community. In his remarks, he highlighted the positive strides the city has made and
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The Atlanta Police Department Mounted Patrol Unit has a new home—and it’s built with our horses in mind. At the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, the new stables offer spacious stalls to give our horses the TLC they deserve. The Mounted Patrol Unit does more than patrol—they build trust, calm crowds, and connect with the community in a way no one else can. Giving them the best environment to live, train, and thrive is a vital part of keeping Atlanta safe. #atlgapd | City of Atlanta Police D
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JICYMI: APD Celebrates: Graduates of Class 286 & More! 🎓✨ On December 3, 2024, the Atlanta Police Academy proudly celebrated the graduation of Recruit Class #286, Lateral Class #19, C.A.R.E Class #2, Communications Dispatch Class #8, and Citizens Police Academy Class #47 at Atlanta Metropolitan State College. video by: Charis L. Harris, Atlanta Police Department | City of Atlanta Police Department
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ICYMI: APLI's 10th Anniversary and Graduation Dozens of Atlanta public safety employees are taking the next step to become city leaders. After hundreds of hours of training and going above and beyond the call of duty, they are now graduates of the Atlanta Police Leadership Institute, which is celebrating a decade of impactful service. The Atlanta Police Department is also grateful for the support of the Atlanta Police Foundation. | City of Atlanta Police Department
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Atlanta Police Officer with A.C.E. Unit Performs Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) maneuver to apprehend Violent Carjacking Suspect Auto Crimes Enforcement Unit (A.C.E.) officers spend countless hours responding to auto theft calls, investigating auto crimes, and tracking and arresting car thieves. Each time this team arrests a carjacking suspect, locates a citizen’s stolen vehicle and takes these suspects to jail; our city is safer. The PIT maneuver performed by Officer T. Griffie stoppe
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From Start to Finish After more than two years of construction, the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center is ready to open its doors. The new, state-of-the-art facility will welcome recruits from both the Atlanta Police Department and the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department, providing a collaborative environment where they will train together to better serve and protect the people of Atlanta. | City of Atlanta Police Department
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Atlanta Public Safety Training Center Demonstrations On March 5, 2023, a group of violent agitators used the cover of a peaceful protest of the proposed Atlanta Public Safety Training Center to conduct a coordinated attack on construction equipment and police officers. They changed into black clothing, entered the construction area, and began throwing large rocks, bricks, Molotov cocktails, and fireworks at police officers. The agitators destroyed multiple pieces of construction equipment by fir
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The Newly Formed APD TITAN’s Unit Flexes in 2021 The TITANS, formally known as the A.P.E.X Unit was formed in the Summer of 2021. This is just one of several specialized units focused on combating violent crime in the city. Here they share their impact on crime from 2021. There is a quote that asks, “If a tree falls in the forest, but no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?” This quote is poignant for obvious reasons. Behind the scenes at the Atlanta Police Department (APD), 365 days
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Atlanta Police Leadership Program sends qualified officers elsewhere in name of recruitment
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APD Rewind - A glimpse into Chief Schierbaum's first week as the official Chief for the City of Atlanta Police Department. | City of Atlanta Police Department
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🚔👮‍♂️ Sworn to Serve: APD Welcomes 16 New Officers! 👮‍♀️🚔 On March 12, 2025, 16 officers from Recruit Class #289 took their oath to protect and serve, during a private ceremony at the Atlanta Police Academy. Following the ceremony, they received their badges and firearms and will begin a 12-week field training alongside experienced officers. A formal graduation ceremony will be held soon. Thank you, Class 289, for answering the call to serve and protect. Congratulations! Check Out this story
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The Atlanta Police Department scores 💯 with CALEA! 🎉 Last month, the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) assessed the Atlanta Police Department to ensure compliance with top-tier standards in policies, procedures, and community engagement. Only 750 out of 18,000 law enforcement agencies in the U.S. have earned CALEA accreditation and the APD is proud to be one of them! We’ve met nearly 1,000 standards that prove our commitment to the highest level of service, profe
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Connect Atlanta is the Atlanta Police Department’s newest technological crime fighting program. We encourage you to get involved and register your security cameras. Your participation will greatly enhance emergency preparedness by enabling police, fire, and public safety professionals to better assess and rapidly respond to criminal activity and emergency situations. It will also enable investigators to easily gather evidence in case of an incident. For more information on Connect Atlanta click
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Atlanta Police Department’s Air Unit Assists Georgia State Patrol Catch Fleeing Motorist On September 2nd, 2022 at approximately 11:08PM, Georgia State Patrol attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Allene Ave. and Brookline St. SW. After the stop was initiated, the driver refused and instead fled from officers. Fortunately, Atlanta Police Department’s Air Unit (Phoenix) was overhead and able to maintain a visual of the vehicle as he led GSP on a pursuit throughout Southwest Atlanta
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APD’s A.C.E. and Air Unit’s Team Up with Georgia State Patrol to Catch Wanted Suspect On April 2nd, 2022, at approximately 8:19 PM, Atlanta Police initiated a traffic stop on Lee St at Westview Dr. SW on the driver of a black Jaguar XF. The driver of the vehicle refused to stop and fled from officers. Knowing that the Atlanta Police Department’s Air Unit (Phoenix) was overhead, officers decided to disengage from pursuit and allow Phoenix to maintain a visual of the vehicle. The Air Unit engaged
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Atlanta PD holds graduation ceremony for Citizen’s Police Academy
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The Atlanta Police Department is recruiting Police Officers in your city! Join us October 4th and 5th at the Sheraton Old San Juan. Interviews and testing will be held on-site for prospective applicants. | City of Atlanta Police Department
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It's Almost That Time! | Homecoming Season in ATL Homecoming season is here and we are excited to celebrate with our local colleges and universities. Our video is a celebration of unity, pride, and community spirit, featuring our dedicated officers and the incredible civilians who are a part of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). Homecoming is a time to come together as one big family, and we are proud to stand side by side with our NPHC members to showcase the strength of unity. Our offic
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