Police Academy Graduation

Celebrating Class 2402: Southern Desert Regional Police Academy Graduation

The Southern Desert Regional Police Academy honored its graduating Class 2402 in a moving ceremony that celebrated their dedication to serving and protecting. Commander Tony Summerlin delivered a powerful speech highlighting the sacrifices officers make daily, calling the job an “endless, nightless task that’s got to be done.”

Mayor Shelley Berkley joined the celebration, speaking passionately about the importance of the graduates’ roles. “The very essence of our democracy and civilization depends on law enforcement,” Berkley said. “On behalf of the 670,000 Las Vegans I represent, I want to thank you and congratulate you. Our lives are in your hands, and I know we are in very good hands with all of you.”

The ceremony paid tribute to fallen officers, including Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Officer Colton Filsfer, with a moment of silence and white roses reserved in their memory. Families and friends, both in-person and online, applauded as the graduates took their first steps into service.

🎥 Relive the ceremony here: Watch on YouTube.

Congratulations, Class 2402—thank you for stepping up! 👏



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