Ocean City Police Corporal retires after more than 18 years of service

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OCEAN CITY, Md. – The Town of Ocean City announced that Corporal Mark Wolinsky retired on Sunday after more than 18 years of dedicated service to the Ocean City Police Department.

Cpl. Wolinksy began his career with the OCPD as a seasonal police officer during the summer of 1997, transitioning to a full time police officer in February 2001.

Before working in law enforcement, Cpl. Wolinsky worked as a technical director in the television industry, with companies such as CBS Television Network and HBO Studio Productions. He utilized many of the technical skills he acquired in his television career into his law enforcement career, later becoming certified in forensic computer examination and electronic evidence collection. He was also a certified firearms instructor for several years.

Throughout the years, Cpl. Wolinksy earned several awards, including a Meritorious Service award, Special Commendation, a Unit Citation, and three Police Excellence Awards. He also earned a Governor’s Citation in 2005 for participating in Operation Lifeline in New Orleans to assist in the Hurricane Katrina aftermath.

Cpl. Wolinksy says he plans to travel with his wife before returning to the OCPD as a Reserve Officer.