Lieutenant Russell Mines serves as the commander of the Special Operations Unit for the Acworth Police Department. With over twelve years of experience as a certified law enforcement officer, eleven of those proudly dedicated to the City of Acworth. Lieutenant Mines brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the role.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Georgia and a master’s degree in public administration from Columbus State University’s Command College.

Established in 2012, the Special Operations Unit was created to unify the department’s specialized divisions. Its mission is to provide critical support to both the Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigations units. The unit encompasses the K-9 Division, Parks Patrol Officers, and Narcotics Investigations. Each officer assigned to Special Operations receives advanced, role-specific training to ensure the highest level of service and safety for our community.