Ocean City, MD– (April 07, 2025): The Ocean City Police Department proudly announces the retirement of Patrol Sergeant Joseph Bushnell, who officially concluded his distinguished 25-year career in law enforcement on April 1, 2025. Hired in August 2000, Sgt. Joseph Bushnell dedicated a quarter-century to serving and protecting the Ocean City community. Over the course…
Ocean City, MD (March 10, 2025): The Town of Ocean City is gearing up for an exciting St. Patrick’s Day celebration featuring the much-anticipated annual parade and festival. As residents and visitors enjoy the festivities, the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD), in partnership with allied agencies, will participate in the Maryland Border to Border St.…
Ocean City, Maryland (February 23, 2025): Saturday, February 22, 2025, was a hard day for law enforcement. Three officers made the ultimate sacrifice to keep their respective communities safe. Two of those officers started their careers with the Ocean City Police Department. Officers Cameron Girvin and Christopher Reese proudly served the Virginia Beach Police Department…
Ocean City, Maryland – (February 19, 2025): The Town of Ocean City is under a Winter Storm Warning, starting today, Wednesday, February 19, 2025, until early evening on Thursday, February 20, 2025. According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, VA, a winter storm will bring heavy snow to much of the area today and…
OCEAN CITY, MD – (February 14, 2025): On Saturday, February 8, 2025, the Ocean City Police Department hosted its annual Officer of the Year Ceremony at the Ashore. Nearly 150 guests gathered to recognize OCPD personnel and volunteers for their accomplishments in 2024 and named Police Officer First Class (PFC) Benjamin Panitch as the Ocean…