2009-07-14 12:43 PDT RCMP Media Release:
Yesterday afternoon officers from the Vernon/ North Okanagan Detachment executed a search warrant for drugs in the Bluenose Rd area of Lavington. Prior to entering the property they had information that the owner had two large Rottweiler dogs on this property so dog control personnel were brought along to deal with them while they conducted the search. As police officers entered the property one of the Rottweiler’s charged and attacked our police service dog and his handler, our dog received minor injuries. The dog handler was forced to discharge his service pistol to protect himself and our police dog. The injured Rottweiler was quickly caught and taken to the vet by dog control officer’s, the second dog that was on the property was seized as well. The search located 497 plants of various sizes, along with dried marihuana and assorted growing equipment. A 43 year old male is expected to appear at a later date to answer to charges under the Controlled Drug and Substance act. This is an example of the dangers that face our officers on a daily basis dealing with the issues around grow operations and the drug trade. The dog that was injured remains at the vet clinic and is being treated by a local vet.
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