Assisting Daytona Beach PD w/ a K9 Track 10/23/2023

We've all seen the posts with our wonderful K9 Buddy and his community engagement, but did you know alongside his ability to detect narcotics, he is cross-trained in tracking? This benefits our department with locating missing people and unarmed offenders who do not pose imminent risk to officers.
On October 23, 2023, Officer McBride and K9 Buddy assisted the Daytona Beach Police Department in tracking a shoplifting suspect that ran from the scene. K9 Buddy located the suspect, identified as Sonia O'Brian, and she was arrested by DBPD.
Body worn camera is attached and as you can see, K9 Buddy also liked to take a dip into a nearby pond to cool off during the track. Great job Buddy!