K-9
History of Canine Units
Police use of working dogs has been in existence since the early 1900’s in the United States where dogs have been called to service for civil, military, and defense purposes. At present, law enforcement agencies and similarly, in government service around the world, Detector Dogs, are keeping us safer by locating explosives, narcotics, and other dangerous substances.
The Fairfield Police K-9 Unit was established in 2010, after approvals from the Chief of Police, First Selectman and Board of Police Commissioners. The K-9 Unit does not replace a Police Officer, but serves as a valuable tool in combating and deterring crime. It could become the determinig factor in a search or achieving a peaceful arrest. The program will serve as a valuable public relations tool in demonstrations through the school system and public events. Demonstrations and events will allow the Fairfield Police to positively interact with the community. >>>>
Use of Police Canines
The canine unit may be used for the following incidents:
- Building searches
- Tracking and searching for missing persons, suspects or evidence
- Apprehension of criminal suspects
- Narcotic raids and searches
- Crowd control for violent and/or unruly crowds
- Handler protection/officer protection