K-9 Officer Echo, Reporting for Duty

Thanks to your support, Sartell Police Department in Minnesota welcomed K-9 Echo to the force in 2023, reviving their K-9 unit after 18 long years.

After months of rigorous training with his handler Curt, Echo is now a certified dual-purpose officer, helping the department track down missing people and detect danger.

Recently, Echo and his handler were deployed to a domestic assault call, where Echo quickly located a handgun hidden in some tall grass nearby. The suspect was arrested and charged.

“For us, this was a revamp of our K9 program. K9s have always been that tool to be able to connect with citizens. The sky is the limit as far as what we can do and how we can make a positive impact on our community.” 
– Chief Brandon Silgjord, Sartell Police Department

THIS GRANT WAS MADE POSSIBLE BY A PORTION OF EVERY PURCHASE DONATED BY FIREHOUSE SUBS.

Granted Tools Used:
K9: Highly trained dog that assists first responders in locating missing people during search and rescue missions, detecting danger and connecting with the community.

Donate today to help equip local heroes with K9s and pet safety equipment needed to save lives.