East Cleveland K-9 Unit
Taking a bite out of crime

The East Cleveland K-9 Unit began in December 1998. The dogs were donated by Tom & Kathy Schmidt of Schmidt's of Macedonia.

K-9 Officer

The Friends of the East Cleveland K9 Unit incorporated in 1999 and is composed of concerned members of the East Cleveland community, business leaders and clergy.

East Cleveland K9 unit demonstration

The Friends of the East Cleveland K-9 Unit have been responsible for the purchase of the following equipment and training:

• Police car light bars and K-9 back seat inserts
• Bail out electronic rear door opener
• Thermostat alarm system for interior of the police car to protect the K-9 from the heat (siren and lights activate if temperature rises in vehicle)
• Continued training in El Paso, Texas as well as Cincinnati, Ohio

Below are statistics for the entire five (5) team K-9 Unit of the East Cleveland Police Department from January 1, 2002 through May 22, 2002 as reported by Michael C. Perry Sgt. IAD K-9:

• 3 Kilo's of Cocaine
• 2 pounds of Methanphetamine
• 68 pounds of Kath
• 417 pounds of Marijuana
• $35,000 cash (drug related money)
• 11 arrests for drug, gun and/or assault offenses

For more information e-mail
k9@ClevelandSeniors.com