Civil Affairs personnel continued a police-training seminar today in Al Amariyah for the current Iraqi Police and Facilities Protection Service forces. The seminar is five days in length and the officers each receive training on search techniques, apprehension of suspects, evidence handling, and crowd control along with practical exercises. Thirty-four police officers have completed the course to date and many citizens have commented on the improved image of the police department within the community. Civil Affairs teams have hired local nationals to conduct a survey in Ar Ramadi to gain information on the economy and the confidence that the local populace has in government services. The information on the survey will be used to better prioritize efforts and respond to issues concerning the citizens of Al Anbar.
The 5th Iraqi Civil Defense Corps class will graduate today at the Navea Training Center with 174 personnel from the Ar Rutbah, Al Qaim, and Hit areas. The guest speaker will be the Mayor of Ar Rutbah. The 2nd Al Anbar Police Academy class will graduate in the afternoon and Maj. Gen. Figgures is scheduled to speak at the event. |