MEET OUR POLICE CHIEF

Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Austin joined OCPD in 1991 as a seasonal officer and became full-time in 1994. He has held numerous leadership roles, including Commander of the Criminal Investigation Division, Patrol Lieutenant, and head of various specialty units. In 2013, he graduated from the 254th Session of the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) National Academy, an elite law enforcement leadership academy. 

In addition to his law enforcement expertise, Austin has been deeply involved in community policing efforts such as National Night Out, Citizen’s Police Academy, Play It Safe, and Coffee with Cops.

After retiring in 2022, he continued serving the community as a Special Investigator with the Worcester County State’s Attorney’s Office. He now returns to lead OCPD, focusing on public safety, accountability, and community partnership.

Chief Austin brings not only decades of experience but a deep understanding of our town and its values.