K9 Oscar – New Hanover, North Carolina

Handler – Master Deputy M. Hook

New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office mourns the loss of K9 Oscar

The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office (NHCSO) announced the passing of one of their K9 members.“K9 Oscar, a dedicated and loyal member of our team, who was laid to rest last week,” the sheriff’s office said.K9 Oscar began serving in 2016 and worked alongside his handler, Master Deputy M. Hook, to achieve “numerous successful drug seizures and criminal apprehensions, contributing significantly to the safety and security of our community.”In 2022, Oscar was retired due to an injury sustained in the line of duty.“In his well-deserved retirement, Oscar embraced the quieter joys of life. He loved chewing on his favorite bone, playing with toys, exploring the outdoors, and relaxing on the couch with his family,” the sheriff’s office said.“K9 Oscar’s passing is a profound loss for the Sheriff’s Office, his community, and his family. His dedication and service have left an indelible mark, and he will be remembered as a true hero and beloved companion.”

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Submitted By Jim Cortina

James A. Cortina has been involved with police dogs since 1972 and currently on the Board of Directors for the Connecticut Police Work Dog Association Inc. Jim has been appointed as Treasurer since its inception in 1991. Jim is one of the charter members of the C.P.W.D.A. organization. Since 1975 he has been a certified professional dog trainer and received his Master Trainer Certification in 1985. During his career he has provided armed K-9 strike crowd control for security agencies in Connecticut and out of state security companies. In conjunction with other members of the Connecticut Police Work Dog Association Inc. Board of Directors, he helped to draft Connecticut Statute 53-247(e) "Intentional Injury or Killing of Police K-9" which was passed by the Senate in 1993 and also assisted in implementing the prestigious Daniel Wasson Memorial K-9 Award in 1992. In 1993 he helped coordinate the North American Police Work Dog Association Nationals in New London, Connecticut. He was appointed Training Director for the New London County Work Dog Association from 1985-1987. He performed decoy work for Connecticut Police Work Dog Association Inc. in police K-9 demonstrations, trained several local police department canines, and coordinated training workshops for out-of-state police departments. He participated in the United States Police K-9 Association Trials in Croton on Hudson, New York in 1985 as a decoy. He is an avid photographer and received photography awards in 1989, 1990, and 1991 and currently takes photographs for the Connecticut Police Work Dog Association Inc.
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