In Powhatan County, Virginia, a police K-9 named Bane proved his worth by locating two missing 8-year-old children who had become lost in the woods. The Powhatan Sheriff’s Office reported the successful rescue, highlighting the importance of their K-9 program.
Parents and neighbors initiated a search that lasted approximately 45 minutes before contacting law enforcement. The children, according to USA Today, were playing a “chase game” when they lost their way. “We didn’t know what to do,” one of the children, Chloe Reese, told WRIC. “So, like we forgot which path we went down so we’re like going through different paths trying to find the way back to our house.”
Sheriff’s Deputy Quinn Pasi and K-9 Bane began their search at the children’s home before venturing into the woods. Within 15 minutes, Bane successfully tracked and located the missing children. As a reward for his successful efforts, Bane was treated to Chick-fil-A ice cream, according to USA Today.
K-9 Bane is a Dutch shepherd specializing in narcotics detection and patrol work, as noted on his Facebook page. The sheriff’s office posted on Facebook, “As soon as the children were home safe he was back on patrol eager for the next call for service. Job well done K-9 Bane!”
The Powhatan Sheriff’s Office emphasized that this incident underscores the value of maintaining a K-9 program, particularly as many law enforcement agencies face budgetary constraints. The National Police Dog Foundation estimates that the cost of a dog alone, without training, can reach $8,000. Deputy Pasi’s post about the search prompted many to ask how they could donate to the K-9 division’s training and equipment.
“Finding a lost child is satisfying and around itself, but professionally it kind of reassures the training and the time that we put into the program that it’s actually working,” Pasi, K-9 Bane’s partner, told WRIC.
This successful rescue highlights the crucial role that K-9 units play in law enforcement and community safety. The dedication of K-9 officers and the effectiveness of their training are invaluable assets in emergency situations.
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