Shortage Of Police Officers

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TERRE HAUTE, Ind.  – Police officer shortages are increasing.

Across the country 66% of departments are seeing a noticeable drop in applicants.

Not only area their fewer applicants but there are also fewer qualified applicants.

Public Information Officer for the Terre Haute Police Department Ryan Adamson told News 10 that the biggest problems with recent applicants are excessive drug use, excessive debt, and people not wanting to work the long hours that come with the job.

You can apply to be a police officer with the THPD at their website.

You can also contact local law enforcement in your town or county.