Austell Police Department

06/19/2026

As we recognize the importance of Juneteenth, we want to honor those who helped pave the way. Pastor John C. Woods, an Austell native and graduate of South Cobb Highschool, was the first African American police officer to serve with the Austell Police Department. After dedicating a career to public safety, he retired in 1997 and earned a theological degree to begin service as a pastor. Sergeant Unger was honored to spend time with Pastor Woods and hear his story firsthand. Today, we recognize his leadership and impact he has made in our community and department.

06/16/2026

Juneteenth is all about honoring history, celebrating freedom, and coming together. Special thanks to Councilwoman Valerie Anderson, Miss Dolores, and Mr. Bryant for making Saturday’s Juneteenth event such a wonderful experience for the community! We also appreciate all of the city officials, staff, community members, and local business owners who came out to celebrate. Until next year!

06/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming the newest addition to the Austell Police Department, Officer Burke! We are grateful to have him and look foward to seeing him make a positve impact within our department and our community. Welcome Officer Burke!

06/13/2026

We would like to thank the Extraordinary Production Dance Company Summer Camp for inviting us to come spend some time with them! Officer Hood enjoyed learning about all of the ways you all inspire and encourage our youth!

06/11/2026

The Austell Police Department extends our deepest condolences as we mourn the loss of Officer Dustin Krish.

Rest easy our brother in blue. We will take it from here.

He is healed and home with Jesus. While we are heartbroken on earth, what a celebration Dustin is having in Heaven.

Chief Richards put it best…..Dustin was the best of us. He was unwavering in his duty, courageous, and faithful until the end.

Please, please continue to pray for the love of his life, Emily, Sgt. Chad Krish (his brother), and his entire family…..blood and blue. 💙

To know him was to love him.

“Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” John 15:13

06/10/2026

Join the Austell Police Department for our 4th Annual National Night Out! National Night Out is all about bringing the community, law enforcement, public safety and local businesses together for a night of engagement and support.

This event is for all ages and just like last year, the kids will certainly have a blast. We hope to see you there!

06/10/2026

Join the Austell Police Department for our 4th Annual National Night Out! National Night Out is all about bringing the community, law enforcement, public safety and local businesses together for a night of engagement and support.
This event is for all ages and just like last year, the kids will certainly have a blast. We hope to see you there!

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

Investigator Jackson, Sergeant McGhee, Officer Jones, and Records Clerk K. Glasper represented the Austell Police Department at the Cobb County Wide Career Fair at Jim R. Miller Park last weekend.

If you missed this career fair but you're still interested in a career with the Austell Police Department, visit our website at https://www.austellga.gov/AvailablePositions.aspx to view our available positions and submit your application today!