New Explosive Detection K9 with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office a First of Its Kind for the Department

El Paso County Sheriff's Office introduces new explosives detection K9

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The El Paso County Sheriff's Office (EPSO) is welcoming K9 Amp to its team, its first-ever explosives-detection K9. EPSO says K9 Amp is partnered with Deputy David Glenn and has been specially trained in providing clear alerts when detecting the odor of explosives. Rather than barking or scratching, K9 Amp has been trained to sit or lie down near the scent source, allowing handlers to safely investigate without d…

New explosive detection K9 with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office a first of its kind for the department

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office Regional Explosive Unit is welcoming a new member to its team.In a news release on Monday, the sheriff's office said that they had acquired K9 Amp, an explosive detection K9, which would be a first for the sheriff's office.Amp is a 5-year-old Black Labrador Retriever who loves food, according to Amp's handler, Deputy David Glenn, who stated, "Amp's a true foodie". Originally purchased through a State Homeland …