Police

Welcome to The Atlanta Police Department

With an authorized strength of over 2000 sworn officers, the Atlanta Police Department is the largest law enforcement agency in the State of Georgia. A full-service police agency, the Department has adopted a community-oriented philosophy and relies heavily upon community input and collaborative problem-solving strategies. It is through heightened community involvement in public safety matters that the Atlanta Police Department will most effectively address its three major priorities of (1) youth-related crime, (2) domestic violence, and (3) the perception of crime in Atlanta

Darin Schierbaum, Chief of Police

Darin Schierbaum serves as the 26th Chief of the Atlanta Police Department (APD). Appointed by Mayor Andre Dickens as interim Chief on June 1st, 2022, and elevated to the position 4 months later, Schierbaum leads a department committed to protecting all 245 neighborhoods across the City of Atlanta, with a focused strategy centered on fighting gang activity, illegal guns, and drug-related crimes.

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In his first year as chief, Schierbaum slowed an escalating crime trend; by years 2 and 3, he reduced homicide and violent crime rates by more than 40%. Working with Mayor Dickens, he has increased the number of civilians employed by APD to handle administrative duties, while simultaneously increasing the recruitment and retention of sworn officers to 90% of full strength. This change in strategy has allowed police officers to respond, engage, and protect more effectively throughout the city.

A cornerstone of his tenure has been his leadership in the construction of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, a state-of-the-art facility that transformed how Atlanta trains its police officers and fire rescue personnel. This investment reflects his commitment to preparedness, professionalism, and long-term public safety. Chief Schierbaum was able to protect city property from national protestors while building community trust for the center’s completion.

Another foundation of his leadership is maintaining the department’s accreditation with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Considered the Gold Standard in public safety, CALEA accreditation is reserved for only the very best police departments in the country.

Chief Schierbaum lives in Midtown Atlanta and remains deeply connected to the communities he serves.

Carven Tyus

CNTyus@atlantaga.gov
Assistant Chief

Marshall Freeman

MAFreeman@atlantaga.gov
Chief Administrative Officer