K-9 Zira Joins New Canaan Force
Even without a gun, the New Canaan Police Department’s newest member will be pretty intimidating.
The NCPD introduced Zira, a 3 ½ year old German Shepherd, as its latest “hire.” She’ll team with Officer Mike McFadden to chase down the bad guys and keep the streets safe.
Zira, the department’s second K-9 recruit, comes to New Canaan from the Czech Republic. She’s the fourth female dog on the job statewide with a local police force. The others work in Monroe, West Hartford and Westport.
McFadden said Zira is focused on police work and not easily distracted like some male dogs he’s seen. “She’s not sedentary like house dogs,” he said. “She wants to get out and do things.”
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Idaho State Police Sgt. Gary Brush retires after 26 years
Sgt. Gary Brush drove off into the sunset Friday, but in his personal vehicle, rather than an Idaho State Police squad car.
Brush, retiring after 26 years, was honored by numerous family members, friends and representatives of various law enforcement agencies at a ceremony at ISP regional headquarters.
Capt. Kedrick Wills presented Brush with a commendation signed by Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter and then read from a statement by ISP Col. Jerry Russell.
“Your contributions to Idaho State Police and your public service to Idaho citizens during the last 26 years are truly commendable,” Russell wrote. “Please accept my personal gratitude for your devoted service and my best wishes for an enjoyable retirement.”
Like many such retirement celebrations, the thanks for service and the good wishes for future endeavors were supplemented with stories told at Brush’s expense.
Wills recounted his first introduction to Brush.
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The Bold Bill
Just yesterday, an officer in Newcastle was seriously injured by a crazed gunman. He was on the run after shooting and wounding his ex and killing her new partner.
The 15th Police Federation Bravery Awards, backed by The Sun, will be held on Thursday.
Prime Minister David Cameron will welcome 58 nominees to No10 before a dazzling awards ceremony at the Dorchester Hotel in London. There will be eight regional prizes and one overall winner.
Here MARTIN PHILLIPS looks at just some of the nominees’ inspiring tales.
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