LAKELAND, Fla. — As state leaders push to keep public university campuses safe, Florida Polytechnic University is now leaning on local law enforcement for help.

The university started using the Lakeland Police Department for security after a major staffing shortage in its campus police force. At least eight officers have left the department since May, including the chief and deputy chief.

What You Need To Know • Florida Poly’s campus police force has seen significant turnover, with at least eight officers, including the chief and deputy chief, leaving since May • The university is relying on the Lakeland Police Department for security support as it works to rebuild • Former leadership accuses the university of budget cuts while university officials deny defunding

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