"Tremendous amount of community support"
The Bluffton Police Department continues to accept tax-deductible donations for its K-9 Unit, according to Sergeant Tyler Hochstetler of the department.
"We have had a tremendous amount of community support for the canine and will continually accepting donations made to the unit," he said.
"Donations made to the department will help purchase a dual-purpose patrol/narcotics canine, canine school, equipment and items to outfit the canine cruiser to make for a safe working environment for the dog."
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In February the department will purchase a dog from Von der Haus Gill in Wapakoneta. In late March the new canine and handler will attend canine school at Von der Haus Gill K-9 Academy also in Wapakoneta.
Anyone who wishes to make a tax deductible donation to the Bluffton Police Department’s K-9 Unit, now or in the future, may do so by sending a check made payable to the Bluffton Police Department (in the memo line indicate ‘K-9 Unit’) to:
Bluffton Police Department
Attn: K-9 Unit
154 N. Main St.
Bluffton, Ohio 45817
Anyone with questions can contact Sergeant Hochstetler by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at (419) 358-2961 ext. 114.
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