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☷K 9 trainer named Redstone Police Officer of Year
U.S. Army ( By Press Release office)
Mar 19,2024
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Julian Reid , the Redstone Arsenal Police Officer of the Year for fiscal 2023 , works with Pparis , an explosive detection and suspect apprehension dog who is a Dutch shepherd . Reid was recognized for going above and beyond in his role , including stepping up to fill in as kennel master when needed . He will receive his award at a ceremony on March 29 . Reid , who served in the Navy for nearly nine years before joining the Redstone police force in 2021 , expressed gratitude for the recognition and his love for working with K - 9s . He and his wife live in Madison with their two rescue dogs , Luna and Jax . “Very well trained , ” Reed said , laughing . "I don ' t tolerate naughty dogs . " The Redstone Police K - 9 Unit has six service dogs . In addition to kennel master Villafana and trainer Reid , the ranks include handlers Marcel Chevalier , Josh Maynard and Ashtyn Gibson , with David Cartwright expected to be added . Reed ' s dog is Pparis , an explosive detection dog and suspect apprehension dog . She is a Dutch Shepherd . Reed enjoys off - roading and has invested in his Jeep; shooting; and go to the gym and hang out with my wife .
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