CMPD K-9 Ozzy Records Two Busts in First Week at Charlotte Airport
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department brought K-9 Ozzy into its airport security squad.
Fresh off completing his training and earning his final certification, K9 Ozzy just wrapped up his first official week keeping our airport safe.
Image Courtesy CMPDThe Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department brought K-9 Ozzy into its airport security squad. The dog snagged two busts during his opening week at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Those first seven days wrapped up after he completed training and got certified.
Ozzy clocked in last week. He'd finished his training program and earned certification before hitting patrol.
CMPD announced the newest four-legged recruit on Feb. 17, then shared how he did during those initial days, according to a Facebook post.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is one of the busiest airports you'll find anywhere. Thousands of passengers move through each day.
Police dogs sniff out drugs and contraband at airports nationwide. These animals train for months before they're ready. Some sniff out narcotics, while others hunt explosives or track suspects.
What did Ozzy find? The department hasn't said. Police usually keep details about investigations and security tactics under wraps.
Airport K-9 teams work in shifts, so there's always coverage. Dogs and their handlers patrol public spaces and restricted areas alike.
