From Patrol to Chief: VanHoozer Reflects on 35 Years of Service

From Patrol to Chief: VanHoozer Reflects on 35 Years of Service In this special interview, we sit down with Chief Stuart VanHoozer as he prepares to close the final chapter of his distinguished 35-year career with the Cobb County Police Department. From his early days on patrol to leading one of Georgia’s largest law enforcement agencies, Chief VanHoozer shares the pivotal moments, lessons learned, and the values that guided him through decades of service. Hear his thoughts on leadership, community trust, policing through change, and what comes next as he retires.