The Austell Police Department is charged with the responsibility of serving and safeguarding the residents, businesses and visitors within our city limits. Guided by City Ordinances enacted by the Mayor and Council, laws of the State of Georgia and the Constitution of the United States, the Police Department quickly responds to calls to protect lives and property.

Police Chief Bob Starrett and Deputy Chief Natalie Poulk, 32 Officers and 9 Support Personnel maintain a high standard of professionalism as they handle safety and security issues for the citizens of Austell.   Currently, 2 of our Department Personnel are graduates of the FBI National Academy and they are part of the certified personnel who conduct in-house training for continuing education courses required by P.O.S.T.

In addition to the responsibilities of routine patrol; traffic enforcement; investigative work and suppressing crime, the Austell Police Department administers the City’s Emergency 911 operation. The Tactical Operation Unit, Drug Unit, Motorcycle Unit and 3 K-9 Units as well as Foot Patrol and Bike Patrol Units play an important role preserving the safety and security of our City.

Austell’s Police Department sponsors community outreach programs.  The D.A.R.E. program has been extremely well received in our schools; the Explorer Program is very strong; courses have been offered for a Citizen Police Academy and Neighborhood Watch Programs are available to the community.

R.G. Starrett
Police Chief
auspd @ bellsouth.net