Police Officer First Class Eric Hutchinson Retires After Over 25 Years with Ocean City Police Department

Police Officer First Class (PFC) Eric Hutchinson is retiring after over 25 years of service with the Ocean City Police Department. Prior to joining the police department full-time in September 1983, Hutchinson was seasonal police officer for four summers and was an officer with the Baltimore County Police Department.

Hutchinson holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Throughout his career, he has been involved in several services to the department. He worked in the Patrol and Support Services Divisions and was a certified NCIC Instructor. He received several unit citations and excellence in police performance citations. In addition, he received a special commendation in April 2000 for saving the life of a fellow police officer.

“To all of my co-workers whom I’ve worked with for the past 27 years, it has been a pleasure to have known you,” PFC Hutchinson said. “I wish everyone the best.”

After retirement, PFC Hutchinson plans on spending more time with family, beginning new employment plans with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and furthering his education. He also will spend time pursuing his hobbies and taking time to travel.