Orange Beach Police Announce Promotions and Awards

By Rick McCann
Blue RAM Media/Gulf Coast News

December 9, 2025

ORANGE BEACH, Ala.

The Orange Beach Police Department recently announced the promotions of numerous officers including:

Corporals

Cpl. Devoe

Cpl. Clere

Cpl. Lanford

Cpl. Singleton

Sergeants

Sgt. Dixson

Sgt. McBrayer

Sgt. Cain

Sgt. Oliver

Sgt. Demers

Lieutenants
Lt. Augustin

Lt. Thrift

Lt. Mote

Deputy Chiefs

Deputy Chief Kirchharr

Deputy Chief Wyatt

In addition to promotions, the department proudly presented Officer and Civilian of the Quarter Awards to recognize exceptional dedication and service.

2nd Quarter Civilian Award

CO Rutan

2nd Quarter Officer Awards

Officer David

Officer Mitchum

3rd Quarter Civilian Award

-SST Harwell

3rd Quarter Officer Awards

Sgt. Demers

Lt. Augustin

During the ceremony, Interim Chief Johnson highlighted the importance of leadership in fulfilling our department’s evolving direction, stating,

“These individuals have demonstrated the character, professionalism, and the dedication needed to support our department’s new mission — creating positive relationships through community engagement with a human-focused approach to law enforcement.”

Please join us in congratulating these outstanding members of the Orange Beach Police Department for their professionalism, leadership, and commitment to serving our community.

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