Virginia PD’s New Dual-Certified K-9 Ready

Officer Sand and his new German Shepherd partner, Riggs, are officially on duty with the Virginia Police Department after completing three months of rigorous dual-certification training. Riggs, a one-year-old German Shepherd imported from Germany, is trained to detect drugs and assist in patrol duties — making him a versatile asset for the Iron Range. Their strong bond and dedication reflect the department’s commitment to enhancing public safety and tackling crime with specialized, high-performing teams. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aff8559f406f1604