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Fremont County S/O to offer new Cadet Program

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October 10th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Sidney, Iowa) – The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office today (Monday), announced a new program is available for older teenagers. The Fremont County Sheriff Cadet Program is available to any person 15-to18-years of age (Must be 15 during the 2022-23 school year), who live in Fremont County.

The Sheriff Cadet Program is a hands-on learning opportunity for youth that have an interest in law enforcement but does exclude those that are not. Throughout this program “Cadets” will engage in monthly training – basic report writing, traffic stops, handcuffing, defensive tactics, firearms and so much more – community service, and ride-alongs. “Cadets” must be 15-18, have a valid permit or drivers license, provide proof of a yearly up-to-date physical examination, and remain in good academic standing. To become a Fremont County Sheriff Cadet individuals must complete the application, essay, physical fitness test, and interview.

Applications are available at the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, Sidney High School, and Fremont-Mills High School and are due Friday, October 14th. For any questions about the Fremont County Sheriff Cadet Program contact the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office directly or email Deputy Logan Roberts SRO at lroberts@sidney.k12.ia.us or lroberts@fmtabor.org