Officer Matt Cousins & K-9 Larco
K-9 Larco is a member of the Department's K-9 team. He is a 2 year old Belgian Malinois born in Holland.
His initial basic police canine training in patrol functions and explosive detection was done locally in Northern Virginia. Larco and his handler have completed a rigorous 300 hour training course. This training will enable the team to certify with the North American Police Work Dog Association.
This canine team will work patrol while assisting officers at suspected traffic stops and finding suspects. They will be utilized in conjunction with the department's Explosive Ordinance Device (E.O.D.) unit that responds to unusual packages and situations. This team will assist with searches at the Bristol Motor Speedway and other major events in the city.
K-9 Larco spends his leisure time on long walks in the woods and playing in the water at Steele Creek Park.