Canine Division

Mission Statement

The Canine Division (K9) utilizes highly trained police dogs and their handlers to support law enforcement operations throughout Los Santos County. Our K9 teams are specially trained in narcotics detection, tracking suspects, searching buildings, evidence recovery, and officer protection. Each K9 team undergoes extensive training and certification.

Responsibilities

• Narcotics detection and searches
• Suspect tracking and apprehension
• Building and area searches
• Evidence and article detection
• Officer protection and backup
• Search and rescue operations
• Community demonstrations and education