A New Glasgow native enrolled at the Atlantic Police Academy in Summerside, PEI is returning home for on the job training.
Carmelo Desmond, who is with the Police Science (Cadet) Program, will spend 12 weeks with the New Glasgow Regional Police. He will serve as a sworn police officer. He will carry out the normal duties of a police officer, and has been assigned to a dedicated a coach officer who will provide guidance and mentorship.
Pictured is Chief Ryan Leil, Cadet Constable Carmelo Desmond and Deputy Nick Hirtle welcoming him to the New Glasgow Regional Police. (New Glasgow Regional Police photo)
New Glasgow Regional Police has been providing OJT opportunities since the program’s inception in 1971.
Desmond is scheduled to graduate from the Atlantic Police Academy in April.