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Sheriff’s Office Sponsors Regional Dog Squad Competition

Release Date: June 5, 2006

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit is sponsoring the United States Police Canine Association’s Regional Competition this week.

On Tuesday, June 6 and Wednesday, June 7, dog squads from 25 law enforcement agencies will gather in Memphis for the event.

The two-day competition will be held at the First Assembly of God Church at 8650 Walnut Grove.

The teams will compete Tuesday, June 6 from 10 a.m. through 2 p.m.
On Wednesday, the competition begins at 7 a.m. and concludes at 2 p.m.

The law enforcement agency dogs will be judged for their physical agility, obedience and their skills in apprehending and searching suspects.

Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit Deputies and other officers will be available for interviews.   For further information, contact Sergeant Ricky McCoy with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit at (901) 508-6369.

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