Pittsford, N.Y. — Monroe County Sheriff's Office K-9 Ike expects to return to service next month after having surgery following an off-duty accident last month.
Get ready for April 8 by checking out our Total Solar Eclipse page, with everything you need to know for the big day!Monroe County Sheriff's Office K-9 Ike reacts to receiving cards, gifts, treats and more from the community Monday, March 18, 2024.
Pittsford, N.Y. — Monroe County Sheriff's Office K-9 Ike expects to return to service next month after having surgery following an off-duty accident last month.Ike was showered with cards, gifts, treats and more from the community as he returned to MCSO's Panorama Trail substation Monday. "It's lonely when you're driving around in the car and you're used to hearing something in the back but he's not back there," said Ike's human partner, Sgt. Shawn Edwards. "The other day, somebody was in a foot chase and, unfortunately, I couldn't go with them, so you kind of feel helpless because you know that usually you're able to respond and help that person.
Crime Stoppers was able to cover the cost of Ike's surgery, with donations coming from five states and many local schools.
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