Died – 8/18/21
Handler – PC Jim Stephenson
Police canine hero Ozzy passes away
A retired hero with the Durham Regional Police Canine Unit has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. Ozzy, who served for more than nine years, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 18 with his handler PC Jim Stephenson and family by his side. In a tweet, the Canine Unit noted, “Ozzy served for over 9 Yrs & was responsible for multiple criminal apprehensions over his celebrated career. Thank You, K9 Ozzy. Job well done Oz-Man!” In the comments section, someone wrote, .”Our heart felt condolences to PC Stephenson, his family, your Dept and all those who loved the Oz-Man May you find comfort in knowing that God takes each K9 gently into His arms and places them on the lap of an angel.”