YAPHANK, NT – Issued May 3, 2026
Event will feature daily demonstrations by Canine, Aviation & Emergency Service officers
The Suffolk County Police Department will open its doors this week to give students of all ages an up-close look at police operations during Police Week beginning May 4 at Police Headquarters, 30 Yaphank Avenue in Yaphank.
During the first day of the event, high school students will be introduced into the ins and outs of a law enforcement career, tour the police museum, and participate in demonstrations about distracted and impaired driving. Students will also see mock car stops to learn what they should do when stopped by the police.
For the next three days, elementary school and junior high school students will attend the event with age-related experiences.
Throughout all four days, Crime Scene, Emergency Service Section, Highway Patrol and Marine Bureau will have displays for students to tour. Various police vehicles, equipment and antique police cars will be on display.
Daily activities begin Monday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (high school students only), continuing Tuesday, May 5 through Thursday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
*** Live demonstrations will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. remainder of the week ***
