Roc has joined the Bellevue Police Department. - Courtesy photo
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Roc has joined the Bellevue Police Department.

New police recruit will dog suspects


October 30, 2009 · 3:56 PM

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The Bellevue Police Department has landed a new recruit, a German shepherd puppy named Roc. The dog will train with a K9 officer to track suspects and locate evidence.

Roc will eventually take over for Bosco, who is retiring as the oldest of the department's three police dogs.

Money from the Bellevue Police Foundation helped pay for the new pup. The non-profit fundraising organization, formed last year with guidance from the New York Police Foundation, is now turning its attention to the acquisition of taser guns for Bellevue Police officers.

For additional information about the Bellevue Police Foundation, visit bellevuepolicefoundation.org. A video of Roc is available on the site.

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