SJPD increases recruiting efforts through community involvement

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- A National Ice Cream Day event at Kris and Kate's also offered a chance for the St. Joseph Police Department to expand its team.

The event, which took place from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 20, at Kris and Kate's, located at 2330 N. 36th St, featured a car show and a concert performed by Molly Rodriguez.

SJPD was able to bring in SWAT vehicles and other equipment for community outreach and recruiting purposes.

"Hopefully, we can bolster our numbers and get some good recruits to get enrolled in the academy," said Sgt. Jeremy Peters with the SJPD.

Peters said he was happy to utilize this event as an opportunity to interact with community members and bring more awareness about SJPD's upcoming events and to hand out flyers to people as they come in.

This is the first time SJPD has decided to be a part of this event.

"We have a pretty cool vehicle to bring in and show everyone. We also have one of our Tahoes with us today, so I thought it would be a good opportunity to come out here and be active," Peters said.