APD Lake Patrol Unit needing to double force amid short staffing

AUSTIN (KXAN) — More people were out on Austin's many lakes to celebrate the holiday weekend, but the number of officers patrolling the waters has gone down, with Austin Police Department's Lake Patrol Unit now made up of six officers.Senior Patrol Officer Robert Chapman has worked in this unit for more than a decade. He said they need about 12 officers to better patrol Lady Bird Lake, Lake Austin and Decker Lake.PREVIOUS COVERAGE: APD Lake Patrol reports 40% hike in boating traffic this s