Retired K-9 passes away
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office announced the passing of their retired K-9 Zuul in his family’s home Wednesday morning.
The 11-year-old German shepherd came from Budapest, Hungary, according to the sheriff’s office Facebook page.
He was partners with Deputy Chris Indico for six-and-a-half years, starting when he was just under two years old, made over 100 apprehensions and was awarded with Patrol Case of the Year in 2012 by the National Police Canine Association for the apprehension of two armed robbery suspects in a Sarasota jewelry store.
Hannah Morse: 941-745-7055, @mannahhorse
This story was originally published August 25, 2016 at 10:23 AM with the headline "Retired K-9 passes away."