K-9 finds missing 3-year-old in 10 minutes

Shelby County, Ohio Sheriff's office released this statement yesterday (October 8, 2019) at 2:37 pm.

"At 12:47 today we were dispatched to 15045 Sidney Plattsville Rd., on a missing 3 year old. Deputy Bleigh and K-9 Bandit started the search at the front of the house and within 10 minutes Bandit had located the child."

"This is exactly why we have dog units, watching this track you could tell very well that Bandit had the scent of the child and was well on his way to finding him."

"I would like to thank Frank and Bandit for a job well done and it was so amazing to watch this unfold."

Following the social media post, the comments came pouring in from around the Country.

Zadie Coleman Heartwarming outcome! Awesome job K9 Bandit and handler. So glad the child was found safe and so quickly. Thanks for your service from Texas!

Johanna Schroer Good boy, Bandit! (Please give him cookies!) Thank you Shelby Sheriff's dept for another job well done!

Jennie Wooddell I was outside working in the yard when the first sheriff’s cruiser went by, the. 2-3-& 4. I knew it was serious, I stopped and prayed for whoever or whatever had happened. Thank you Jesus and the sheriff dept. and amazing Bandit! Prayers answered for all.

Tara L. Norris That is wonderful! Dogs are truly amazing! Thank you to everyone involved!

Loretta Kinney That is awesome! I love reading stories like this.

Donna Heverling Awesome job, thank you both for great your service to your community. May God richly bless the both of you.

Vikki Stewart Magoto Wonderful outcome. Thank you. Love a good ending.

Sheryl Rhoades Wonderful! Thank you for your service.

According to the National Police Dog Foundation, K-9 training can range from $12,000.00 to $15,000.00 total, per dog.

For more information, you can CLICK HERE to visit the National Police Dog Foundation

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