WELCOME!

In late summer 2022, the City of Orting set out to appoint a new Police Chief who would be tasked with leading the department into the future.  After the search and application process, the city chose me to fill this role.  I have lived in Orting for the past 21 years, and am an active member of the community.  I have 22 years of Law Enforcement experience, and began my career with the City of Federal Way Police Department.  After making a lateral transfer to the Orting Police Department in April of 2007, I found myself working for a community that I love. 

 I am fortunate enough to be a Police Chief at a time where change has become the new normal.   Over the last 10 years, it has become evident that change is needed throughout the Criminal Justice System.   Citizens hold their government and elected officials to the highest of standards and expect public agencies to be dynamic and open to change.  I view this as an opportunity for the Orting Police Department.   By welcoming change, we can take advantage of new programs, resources, and funding to become more modern, implement new ideas, and take advantage of emerging industry trends.  Welcoming change enables us to be more skillful, effective, and professional.   I am excited to have been given the opportunity to bring new ideas to the department, and I am honored to be your Chief of Police.

Devon Gabreluk

Chief of Police