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Council honors K‑9 Frog as the canine narcotics detector retires
Summary
Council issued a proclamation recognizing K‑9 Frog’s service to the Columbus Police Department; handlers and supervisors thanked the canine for deployments and community outreach.
The council paused regular business to honor K‑9 Frog, a black Labrador who served the Columbus Police Department as a narcotics detection and tracking canine. Mayor Skip Henderson read a proclamation noting Frog’s training certifications, service record and community engagement; Sergeant Emmanuel Rosato and other handlers described Frog’s deployments, arrests assisted and role as a public ambassador.
Why it matters: The proclamation recognized long service by a public‑safety team and acknowledged the handler’s plan to assume care of Frog in retirement.
Representative quote: • Sergeant Rosato: "I'm sure she's gonna enjoy all the snacks and treats we're gonna give her in her retirement."
Ending: Council presented the proclamation and gave handlers and K‑9 Frog a public acknowledgment before proceeding with the evening’s agenda.
