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Local sheriff’s office mourning loss of K9

K9 Auco (Greene County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
(Greene County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)

GREENE COUNTY — The Greene County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of their K9s.

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The sheriff’s office announced on Thursday that K9 Auco passed away last month.

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Auco was certified as a dual-purpose K9 and was used in criminal apprehension and narcotics detection.

He had been paired with Deputy Jamie Coe since October 2017.

“Auco was not only a member of the Sheriff’s Office but a family member. He enjoyed working, playing, belly rubs and treats,” the sheriff’s office shared on social media. “He will be missed!”

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