In a historic milestone for Cobb County, Shameta Jones-Harrell has been sworn in as the first woman to lead any police department in the county’s history, officially assuming her role as Chief of Police for the City of Austell.
Her appointment marks a powerful new chapter in law enforcement leadership, as Jones-Harrell brings more than two decades of experience, a commitment to equity, and a vision grounded in both community and accountability.
“I joined law enforcement to ensure that I could help progress other women through the ranks,” Chief Jones-Harrell told WSB-TV after her swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday night…