VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Do you love collecting trading cards? Well, here’s a new one for you. You can now have your very own Virginia Beach Sheriff’s K9 training cards, deputies said.
K9s Pablo, Apollo and Boyka are now featured on a glossy card with movie-like backgrounds. The cards will be shared at upcoming community events attended by the K9 deputies and their handlers.
“The VBSO K9 Unit is proud to announce the acquisition of K9 Hero Cards for all its K9 deputies. These cards showcase each K9’s unique role within the office, highlighting their skills, training and dedication to serving the community,” said Lt. Lisa Clark with the VBSO’s Criminal Intelligence Unit, which includes the K9 Unit. “The VBSO K9 Unit and its handlers regularly participate in community events and public demonstrations. Providing K9 Hero Cards allows us to engage with citizens of all ages while offering a token of appreciation for their continued support. These cards serve as a fun and educational way for the public to learn more about the vital work our K9 teams perform in keeping Virginia Beach safe.”
The VBSO K9 Unit started in 2013. In FY 2024, the unit conducted 187 operational searches, which secured six felony drug convictions, including against inmates found with narcotics in their possession…