Opelika Police Department's Chief Shane Healey Is Retiring After 35 Years of Service

Opelika Police Department's Chief Shane Healey is retiring after 35 years of service

“I look forward to seeing the bright future ahead,” Chief Shane Healey said.

OPD Chief announces intent to retire in 2026

CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF OPELIKA After 35 years of dedicated service to the City of Opelika, Police Chief Shane Healey has announced he will retire on March 1, 2026. “Chief Healey has been a stellar leader and an exceptional public servant,” said Mayor Eddie Smith. “His dedication, integrity and steady guidance have made a profound difference in the lives of countless residents and officers alike. We are deeply grateful for his years of servic…

Opelika police chief to retire in 2026

Opelika Police Chief Shane Healey says he will retire from his position in 2026. Chief Healey started with Opelika PD in February 1991 as a paid informant with the narcotics division. He later served as a communications operator before joining the patrol division, where he earned the Top Graduate Award at the Police Academy in 1992. His early tenure provided him with a diverse operational background, including service as a patrol officer, traffi…