Alliance Police Department announces new police officer

ALLIANCE -- The Alliance Police Department announced today its newest police officer, Tyrel Hoatson, has successfully completed 16 weeks of training at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center earning his Law Enforcement Officer certification.

The training program at the NLETC is a physically and mentally challenging program that incorporates a blend of online learning, classroom instruction, and hands-on skill development. To receive certification, a student must pass all written examinations, and successfully complete all performance objectives. Students must also complete the essential physical job tasks as approved by the advisory council.

At 7pm Tuesday, August 20,  Officer Hoatson will officially be sworn in during the regularly scheduled Alliance city council meeting held in the council chamber of the Alliance Public Library. Officer Hoatson will complete further training while assigned to a field training officer for the next 12 weeks.

Upon successful completion of the field training program, Officer Hoatson will begin working as a fully trained solo officer. Please join me in welcoming Officer Hoatson to the Alliance Police Department.