ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – In a post on social media, the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office announce the passing of K9 Holder, the first bloodhound tracking canine to serve in the Sheriff’s Department. Below is the statement released by the Sheriff’s Office.

“It is with a heavy heart that the Sheriff’s Office shares the news that retired K9 Holder has passed away. K9 Holder, our first bloodhound tracking canine served the Sheriff’s Office succesfully with enthusiasm and loyalty, as a partner to Sgt. Myers. K9 Holder was an exceptional tracking dog, and a friend to all, he will be missed. K9 Holder was named after NYPD Officer Randolph Holder killed in the line of duty in 2015. In his retirement he enjoyed his time with the Myers family. Our deepest condolences to Sgt. Myers, and his family. Rest in peace.”