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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Retires Beloved K-9 “Ioni” After Years of Dedicated Service

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

For much of its history, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) operated without a dedicated K-9 program. That changed in the late 1990s, when the agency began to see the value of highly trained police dogs in both patrol and narcotics work. The department’s first... Read More.

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes Newest Deputy, K-9 Yoshi

Thursday, July 24 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Sheriff’s Office is proud to introduce its newest addition to the team: K-9 Yoshi, an 18-month-old Belgian Malinois born in Budapest, Hungary. Yoshi brings advanced training and critical skills that will greatly enhance the Office’s capabilities in public safety and law... Read More.

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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office receives ballistic vests for K-9 officers

Friday, November 22 by Luke Matheson

On November 21, 2024, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) received two ballistic vests for use by our two K-9's Sodder and Ioni. These vests were donated to the JCSO by an organization known as Protect the Paws. Protect the Paws is a 501 (C)(3)... Read More.

Family of ADC K9 Sgt. Josh Caudell releases statement

Thursday, March 3 by Staff

The family of Arkansas Department of Corrections K9 Sgt. Josh Caudell has released a statement following his line of duty death while assisting Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies who were searching for suspect. The suspect opened fire as Caudell and other officers approached him, hitting and... Read More.

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Fallen ADC officer identified; Procession held in Jefferson County

Monday, February 28 by Staff

UPDATE: Sgt. Joshua Caudell, 29, was fatally wounded this morning while assisting the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office in Maumelle. An ADC lieutenant also assisting was not harmed. Sgt. Caudell served in the Tucker K-9 Unit and had been with the Department of Corrections since December 2012. ... Read More.

K9 Narcan kits donated to Sheriff’s Office

Friday, July 30 by Ray King

Two K9 Narcan kits have been donated to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department by the non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s. According to a press release, Narcan, the name brand of the drug Naloxone, reverses the effects of an opioid overdose. Since the Sheriff’s Department... Read More.

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K-9 Soder proves beneficial to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office

Tuesday, January 28 by Greg

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has had a tremendous amount of success with suspect apprehension and more since adding K-9 Deputy Soder to the force in October. Sgt. Soder, a Belgian Malinois from Hungary, was acquired back in October for about $14, 500. Sgt. Soder... Read More.

K9 Officer helps investigator find drugs in Traffic Stop

Friday, January 17 by Greg

A traffic stop led to an arrest and the seizure of drugs, thanks to Jefferson County K9 Soder. Investigator Cody Musselwhite stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation at approximately 8:10 p.m. on Thursday, January 16th at the intersection of Highway 79 N and Highway... Read More.

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Simmons First Foundation donates to Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Fundraiser

Wednesday, January 15 by Greg

The Simmons First Foundation donated $4000 to The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office K-9 fundraiser. The Simmons First Foundation was established in 2013 to help give back to the communities that have been so vital to the continuing growth and success of Simmons Bank. "I'm proud of... Read More.

Jonesboro police officer suspended after K9 officer shot

Wednesday, May 15 by Greg

The Jonesboro officer involved in the shooting of a K9 officer has been suspended. According to a Facebook post issued by the Jonesboro Police Department (JPD), Chief Rick Elliott issued a written reprimand and one-day suspension to the K-9 handler because the dog, Rocket, was... Read More.

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Saline County K-9 Helps Arrest 5 Suspects

Tuesday, July 31 by Greg

SALINE COUNTY, Ark. - Saline County's newest K-9 is being credited with 5 felony arrests in only two hours. Rineco helped his handler stop a wanted felon. The arrest led the officers to a home where four more felons were arrested. One of the suspects tried to... Read More.

Grant County Sheriff’s Office K9 Geno receives body armor.

Monday, July 30 by Greg

Grant County Sheriff’s Office K9 Geno has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. The vest was sponsored by an Anonymous Sponsor and embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who served... Read More.

Stories tagged with: k9

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Retires Beloved K-9 “Ioni” After Years of Dedicated Service

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes Newest Deputy, K-9 Yoshi

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office receives ballistic vests for K-9 officers

Family of ADC K9 Sgt. Josh Caudell releases statement

Fallen ADC officer identified; Procession held in Jefferson County

K9 Narcan kits donated to Sheriff’s Office

K-9 Soder proves beneficial to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office

K9 Officer helps investigator find drugs in Traffic Stop

Simmons First Foundation donates to Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Fundraiser

Jonesboro police officer suspended after K9 officer shot

Saline County K-9 Helps Arrest 5 Suspects

Grant County Sheriff’s Office K9 Geno receives body armor.

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