Fargo Police Welcomes New K9 Officer Axel

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The Fargo Police Department has a new K9 officer, Axel, a 16-month-old Belgian Malinois who recently arrived from Slovakia. Axel has been paired with Officer Adam Schock and the duo is currently undergoing a rigorous 13-week training program to become certified in areas like narcotic detection, patrol skills, and apprehension. The addition of Axel is part of the department's ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and expand its K-9 unit capabilities.

Why it matters

K-9 units play a crucial role in law enforcement, assisting officers in a variety of tasks from detecting illegal substances to tracking missing persons or suspects. The Fargo Police Department's investment in a new K-9 officer demonstrates their commitment to public safety and using the latest technology and resources to keep the community secure.

The details

Axel, a 16-month-old Belgian Malinois, has officially joined the Fargo Police Department after arriving from Slovakia. He has been paired with Officer Adam Schock, and the two are currently embarking on a 13-week K-9 certification program. During this training, Axel will learn critical skills such as narcotic detection, patrol techniques, and apprehension tactics.

• Axel arrived from Slovakia and joined the Fargo Police Department.
• Axel and Officer Schock have begun a 13-week K-9 certification program.

What’s next

Once Axel and Officer Schock complete their 13-week training program, they will begin regular patrols together, utilizing Axel's specialized skills to assist the Fargo Police Department in a variety of law enforcement tasks.