Marietta Public Safety Cadets

Marietta police SUV parked at the curb on Marietta Square

Marietta Police Department February 28, 2023

Marietta police launch new cadet program for 14 to 20-year-olds interested in law enforcement career

The Marietta Police Department invites 14 to 20-year-olds who are interested in law enforcement to a program launch meeting on March 2, 2023, to discuss the department’s new public safety…

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Marietta Public Safety Cadets

Marietta police launch new cadet program for 14 to 20-year-olds interested in law enforcement career