Here’s a history of Nodaway County Sherrif K-9 unit 2009: The Nodaway County Sheriff’s Office launched its first K-9 program under Sheriff Darren White. [1]
- Jerik (2009–2017): The department’s first K-9 was Jerik, a yellow Labrador Retriever who served as a narcotics-detection dog. He retired early in 2017 under Sheriff Randy Strong and lived with Sergeant Austin Hann’s family. [1]
- Bolt (2017–2026): Replaced Jerik in 2017, Bolt is a dual-purpose German Shepherd handled by Sergeant Austin Hann. Bolt is trained for tracking, narcotics detection, and officer protection. [1]
- Funding: The Nodaway County K-9 unit operates primarily through public donations and community support. [1]
Above history is AI generated. Below is facebook announcement on passing of Bolt
“the ville” maryville,mo things we remember? post on passing