The Knox County Sheriff’s Office currently has a vacancy for a K9 unit. And the one K9 officer for the sheriff’s department is experiencing a medical condition that has taken her out of commission several times. According to a press release from Knox County Sheriff’s Deputy Brad Davis, the department is down to one K9. The department lost K9 Juri back in May. K9 Juri unexpectedly passed away following a medical incident.
According to the release, “The K9s are used daily to search for a multitude of illegal drugs and contraband in our communities, locate fleeing suspects, locate children or elderly that are reported missing, locate hidden evidence and conduct community outreach programs to build a bond with all members of our community.”
The sheriff’s one working K9, Brenna, has been recently diagnosed with a medical condition that has taken her out of service numerous times while receiving treatment at the University of Illinois Animal Medical Facility.
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is also seeking donations to help with the expenses of K9 Brenna. The funds will also be used to purchase a new K9, training for the K9 Team, a vehicle, and equipment needed for the team. More information can be found on the Knox County Sheriff’s Department website.
Featured picture: K9 Juri / Pictured below: K9 Brenna / Photos courtesy of the Knox County Sheriff’s Department
