The El Paso Police Department said it needs more people to apply to become a police officer within the department.

Right now, dozens of trainees are in the academy to protect and serve at the best of their abilities but they need hundreds of more applicants to find a good group of new trainees for the next set of officers.

“One of the things is you have to be physically fit, because if you’re not, it’s going be a little harder for you but you could manage if you have the will,” said Mirella Coggins, an officer for headquarters recruiting.

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