Recruits from Class 400 tour the area of Kensington Ave and McPherson Square Park prior to graduating from the Police Academy on Tuesday, December 19. Interacting with our community members is an essential part of becoming an excellent Police Officer.

Congratulations to Class 400 of the Philadelphia Police Academy. These Police Officers begin a career in law enforcement protecting and serving our citizens. Be safe and have a prosperous career.

Prior to the graduation ceremony, newly appointed police officers have their badges pinned to their uniforms by a family member to ensure that the officer demonstrates honor and integrity while serving with pride.

The badge pinning ceremony is held prior to graduation. Family members are asked to pin the badge of the officer on their uniform to ensure that the officer demonstrates honor and integrity while serving with pride. Congratulations.

Congratulations to Recruit Class 404 which began their training for Police Officer today. They will endure 9 months of training to prepare them to serve and protect our citizens. Welcome aboard!!!

WANTED for shooting 8 juveniles on 3/6/24 at 7300 Rising Sun Ave. Suspects armed and dangerous - do not approach. If you have information on these suspects -please call or 215-686-TIPS(8477) or 911

Recruit Class 401-B visited the National Museum of African American and Culture in Washington, D.C. on Friday, March 8th as part of their training at the Police Academy.

Recruit Class 401-B visited the National Museum of African American and Culture in Washington D.C. Recruits were introduced to a 4 hour guided tour of the museum.

Recruit Class 401-B spend an entire day visiting the National Museum of African American and Culture in Washington, D.C. Recruits are taken on a guided tour to learn about the African American culture and history.

Great day at PPD Recruit Training for the last group run of Class 401. Newest Philadelphia Police Department officers coming soon. #Class401 #HumilityPrideIntegrity #HonorIntegrityService

Calling all future leaders! Join Philadelphia Police Department & @CCPEdu for a Law Enforcement Symposium on March 26th (4-7 PM) designed to inspire women in law enforcement careers. Hear from female officers & learn about exciting opportunities!  Scan the QR Code to register! Verdell Johnson

Today we say goodbye to one of Philly's finest. Police Officer Edward Davies has retired from the Phila Police Dept. We at the Training Bureau wish him a happy and long well deserved retirement. Congratulations!!!!

Congratulations to Police Officer Dennis Clair #2039 (left) for 30 years of service to the Philadelphia Police Department. All of us at the Philadelphia Police Academy would like to wish you many more years and thank you for your service.

Congratulations to P/O Vincent Williams-Bey, a lateral officer, who was sworn in today as a Philadelphia Police Officer and assigned to the 16th Police District. Welcome aboard Officer Williams-Bey, we wish you a long and prosperous career.

Welcome Recruit Class #407. Today is their first day of 9 months of training to become a Philadelphia Police Officer. Good luck to all and again, welcome to the Philadelphia Police Academy.

Congratulations to Police Officer Barbara Rauscher on 25 Years of Service to the Philadelphia Police Department. Officer Rauscher was presented with a plaque and certificate by Lt. John McGlynn of the Recruit Training Unit.

Congratulations to Recruit Class #402 who will be sworn in today. The Philadelphia Police Academy wishes you a long and successful career serving the citizens of Philadelphia.

On Saturday September 14th, the 10th Annual Project Blue Light Bike Ride/Mental Health & Wellness Fair was held at the Phila Police Academy. This event was to honor the memory of Officers we lost to suicide and provide info from our partners in regards to mental health.

The 10th Annual Project Blue Light Bike Ride/Health and Wellness Fair at the Phila Police Academy had a few visitors. Thank you to The Phanatic and McGruff for making an appearance at our event. Also thanks to the Air Force and other agencies who provided information tables.