The Allen Police Department is now accepting applications for its basic rape aggression defense (R.A.D.) course. The course is open to women ages 17 and older.
The class begins on July 14 and consists of four, weekly sessions. The class will meet on Tuesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Allen Heights Baptist Church (1309 E. Main Street). The final class is scheduled for August 4.
The course will teach women several methods of self-defense to help protect them against potential attackers. The class size is limited to 25 women; enrollment is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To enroll, women must fill out a registration form and pay a one-time registration fee of $25. Payment is required for a space to be held. For more information please contact Officer Rippamonti at srippamonti@cityofallen.org or 214.509.4358.