The Frankfort Police Department has received a grant to help five officers go to Ohio for training in hostage and crisis negotiations. Frankfort Police Chief Scott Shoemaker says the United Way of Clinton County awarded them a grant in the amount of $5,750. Normally, to train the officers in this specialty, it would take at least two years. These officers will be ready in just two months. Currently, Frankfort PD has one officer who is trained in this specialized field.
Chief Shoemaker thanks The United Way as they have been a huge partner for Frankfort PD and the City of Frankfort in assisting the employees to be trained in areas of mental health. The officers selected for the training are: Lieutenant Evan Hall, Lieutenant Josh Ruben, Sergeant Chris Salaba, Officer Marisol Douglass and Officer Kaleb Thompson.
The Frankfort Police is committed to providing all of our police officers with the tools needed to attempt to end crisis situations peacefully. Normally, to train several officers in this specialty, it would take at least two years. The officers will be ready in just two months. The training and certifications will occur in May 2022.
“With our limited budget each year we are so grateful to the Clinton County United Way,” said Chief Scott Shoemaker. “They truly are committed to the health, education and financial stability of residents of our county.”