Over the weekend in Manchester, Connecticut, a missing five-year-old child was safely located thanks to the efforts of police K9 Dakota. The child had wandered away from a local apartment complex on Saturday, prompting a swift response from the Manchester Police Department. Officers launched a search and brought in the dog to help track the child’s scent.
Using an item of the child's clothing, Dakota followed the scent trail to a nearby apartment complex. The K9 led officers up to the third floor, where the child was found safe and unharmed, wandering inside the building. The child was quickly reunited with her grateful mother.
The department shared on social media their relief and gratitude, noting Dakota’s role in the successful recovery. As a reward for his work, the K9 received his favorite treat: a ball.
Source: PATCH
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