K9 officers Rocky and Axle had been among the many favorite sights Saturday, as households took up the invitation to the St. Thomas Police 2024 Open Home.
A whole lot toured the headquarters on Caso Crossing and obtained an opportunity to stand up shut and private with the women and men, and police providers canine who present policing to the neighborhood, each officers and civilian workers.
“It’s about engaging the community, humanize the uniform, connect with children, connect with adults to show that we’re there for them,” stated St. Thomas Police Chief Marc Roskamp.
Chief Roskamp stated it was additionally an opportunity to showcase what’s new for St. Thomas Police.
“We have a new critical incident response team. We’ve introduced a second K-9 team, police services dog, Rocky with handler Constable Kyle Beech. We also have our police services dog. Axle, and Constable Sean James as the handler. We have a number of things that we like to show the community, showcase the building, invite the community into our world,” he stated.
The St. Thomas Police Service Pipe band was additionally available for the Open Home. Donations had been accepted for the native meals financial institution.
