River Falls Police Department

Citizen Ride-Along Program

Unlike many jobs in today's society, the duties of a police officer are not easily described to persons outside the profession.  Therefore, the purpose of allowing citizens to ride with police officers is to add to the public's knowledge and understanding of the problems and complexities of the police function.  It is our goal to show, that with this knowledge and understanding, the public will realize the necessity of professional police service in our community.

Ride-along's are frequently done as part of a class project by students at the University of Wisconsin - River Falls and students at the River Falls High School.  Members of the Citizen Police Academy also participate in the ride along program as a part of that training experience. 

The ride along is generally 4 hours in length and can be done at most any time of the day or night.  Riders should be at least 16 years of age and all riders must sign a release of liability form.  To request further information or if you wish to schedule a ride along, please e-mail Chief Roger Leque or contact the River Falls Police Department at (715) 425-0909, during normal business hours.

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