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K9 Operations
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The Rowlett Police Department Canine unit was re-established in January of 2006. The unit was funded by a private donation made to the Police Department by a local business. It currently consists of Handler Evan Thomas and K-9 Aelos.
Police K-9 dogs, properly trained and handled, give police officers one of the finest non-lethal aids in the prevention and detection of crime. The Rowlett Canine unit is responsible for:
Tracking and Area searches – Tracking suspects who have fled police officers or offense locations.
Evidence searches - Locating evidence or contraband discarded by suspects.
Narcotics searches – Locating narcotics hidden in vehicles or buildings.
Building searches – Locating suspects hiding in buildings that have been burglarized.
Handler Protection – K-9 will react without command to protect the handler if he is assaulted.
Criminal Apprehension – Canines are used to apprehend high-risk criminals that pose a threat to officers and citizens. The use of police canines has been proven to reduce the amount of officer involved shootings and injuries.
POLICE SERVICE DOG AELOS
Aelos was imported to the United States from the Czech Republic. Aelos and Officer Thomas completed the Garland Police Department K-9 Handler School in April of 2006. Rowlett Police Canines certify through the Garland Police Department, who use the United States Police Canine Association standards. Aelos is a German shepherd and is currently 2 years old. Aelos and his Handler work closely with the Patrol division, Criminal investigations division and the SWAT team. Officer Thomas and K-9 Aelos train with the Garland Police Department a minimum of 8 hours per week to maintain proficiency. Aelos lives with Officer Thomas and his family. When Aelos retires from duty he will be given to Officer Thomas to become a family pet.
Lt. Steve Ferrie is the commander over the K-9 unit. He can be contacted at (972) 412-6241
Sgt. Matt Perry is the supervisor over the K-9 unit. He can be contacted at (972) 412-6250
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