Died – 11/5/15
Handler – Officer Frederick Morello
Full Honor Guard to Pay Tribute to K9 Officer at Animal Hospital
A K9 officer with the MTA’s police canine unit will be put down after health setbacks from a recent surgery. A full honor guard will pay tribute to Archer, the 10-year-old German Shepherd, when he is euthanized Thursday at Long Island Veterinary specialists in Plainview. Archer began serving the MTA in 2006 when he was placed with Officer Frederick Morello. Archer began serving the MTA in 2006 when he was placed with Officer Frederick Morello. Officer Morello named Archer in honor of Marine Sergeant Julian Arechaga who was killed in combat in Iraq. The two patrolled the New York and Connecticut metropolitan railway system by clearing unattended bags, conducting searches and assisting patrol agencies. Archer had recently undergone surgery and was successfully completing rehabilitation when he suffered undisclosed health setbacks. A news release from the animal hospital describes Archer as a loyal partner and faithful friend.