The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has collaborated with the U.S. State Department to provide training to Ukraine's newly formed Patrol Police force. The initiative involved four CHP officers traveling to Kyiv, where they delivered tactical patrol training, technical expertise, and mentoring to Ukrainian police trainees. The comprehensive training covered various aspects such as car stops, handcuffing techniques, and defensive tactics.
Following their successful completion of the course, Ukrainian graduates are now qualified to instruct new recruits joining the country's Patrol Police. This program has attracted significant interest from Ukrainians, with over 11,000 applications received and nearly 30% of applicants being women. The first group of approximately 2,000 officers is scheduled to begin duty in Kyiv in June.
This collaboration is part of a broader project by the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), supporting Ukraine's Ministry of Internal Affairs (MOI) in reforming its police force. The goal is to establish a merit-based system focused on public service and protection while addressing issues like police corruption. Launching initially in Kyiv before expanding nationwide, the new Patrol Police aims to replace the unpopular traffic police and improve public trust in law enforcement.
For further details or inquiries, interested parties can contact INL at INL-PAPD@state.gov or follow updates via Facebook and Twitter.