They’re virtually inseparable, OPP Constable Brett Holland and his accomplice, Vinny, they usually’re able to combat crime in Essex County.
The Ontario Provincial Police Essex County detachment welcomes a brand new K9 Unit after a 21-week Normal Service Course. It is certified in monitoring lacking/misplaced individuals, prison apprehension, and tactical obedience.
Holland and the two-year-old Belgian Malinois substitute Constable Milan Matovski and K9 Officer Maximus. Maximus retired in 2023, and Employees Sergeant Matovski was lately transferred to the OPP’s headquarters in Orillia.
“Because the OPP’s largest detachment within the province, having the capability to offer K9 providers in help of our communities is invaluable,” mentioned Superintendent Mark Loucas, the detachment commander in Essex County. “You’ll be able to count on to see Vinny on patrol along with his accomplice all through Essex County.”
Vinny and Holland nonetheless have some coaching to finish in narcotic and firearm/ammunition detection.
