Law enforcement agencies need role-player volunteers

Multi-agency training exercise to take place Thursday

ORLANDO, Fla. – People living near Edgewater High School in Orlando could be hearing loud noises and see police in the area Thursday morning, but it's all part of a multi-agency training exercise.

The City of Orlando Police & Fire Departments, in conjunction with the Orange County School Board, FDLE, Winter Park Police Department, Kissimmee Police Department and Orange County Sheriff's Office will be taking part in the exercise.

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The training exercise will demonstrate how each agency works collaboratively during large scale incidents. 

Officials are looking for 10-12 volunteers to take part. They will be placed inside the school and will likely act as 'victims'. Police said it's a good opportunity to help assist officers as they work to be prepared for all types of situations and to keep the community safe.

The training exercise is taking place from 8 a.m. until about noon. Anybody interested in role-playing must RSVP to Jessica Stead at jessica.stead@cityoforlando.net

You will need to arrive at Edgewater High School by 7:45 a.m. with a photo ID. No weapons of any kind will be allowed.


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