Minneapolis Police Department Welcomes 29 New Officers
29 new Minneapolis police officers took their oath at St. Olaf Catholic Church.
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, September 23, 2026 —
The Minneapolis Police Department has added 29 new officers to its ranks. These individuals participated in a formal oath-taking ceremony held at St. Olaf Catholic Church.
The swearing-in ceremony marks a significant step for the department as it integrates new personnel. The details regarding the specific date of the oath-taking, the names of the officers, or the duration of their training program were not provided in the available summary.
The venue for the ceremony, St. Olaf Catholic Church, hosted the event where the new officers formally pledged their commitment to their duties. Further information on the departmental plans for these new officers, such as their initial assignments or specialized training, was not specified. The Minneapolis Police Department’s ongoing recruitment and training efforts are aimed at bolstering its presence and operational capacity within the city.
The process of becoming a sworn police officer typically involves rigorous training, background checks, and a commitment to upholding the law and serving the community. The addition of 29 officers signifies an investment in the city’s public safety infrastructure. Specific details regarding the number of applicants, the attrition rate during training, or the overall staffing levels of the department were not made public in the provided information.
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