CT University's Next Police Chief Has Milford Roots

MILFORD, CT — Southern Connecticut State University has hired its next chief of police, current Deputy Chief Ken Rahn.

Before he joined the university's police department in 2019, Rahn spent 25 years with the Milford Police Department. He served in Milford as a patrol officer, K-9 handler, detective, and administrative supervisor, according to a statement.

He concluded his tenure in Milford as deputy chief, a role he held for five years.

Since joining Southern Connecticut's staff, Rahn has "overseen essential operational functions and played a key role in maintaining the department’s day-to-day effectiveness and long-term planning, including prior service as Southern’s interim chief from 2022 to 2024," according to the statement.

He is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy, a nationally recognized leadership program for senior law enforcement officials.

The appointment, which took effect earlier this month, follows the retirement of Chief Makiem Miller.

"Colleagues note Rahn’s steady leadership style, deep operational knowledge, and strong partnerships with regional public safety agencies as hallmarks of his approach," the statement reads. "His familiarity with Southern’s campus community and commitment to collaborative, community-focused policing position him to lead the department into its next chapter."