K9 REMY, ROCKLAND COUNTY’S FIRST CERTIFIED ELECTRONICS DETECTION DOG, VISITS WILLOW GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NEW CITY, N.Y. – Students at Willow Grove Elementary School had a special visitor today when K9 Remy, the first Certified Electronics Detection Dog in Rockland County, stopped by with her handler, Detective Tim Hayes, of the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office Investigative Unit.

K9 Remy is specifically trained to detect the unique chemical compounds found in electronic devices. This allows her to locate hidden items such as laptops, cell phones, SD cards, and USB drives, to name a few. These tools are often used by investigators and cases involving child exploitation, possession of explicit material, and other crimes where critical digital evidence may be concealed.

Detective Hayes led a demonstration showing students how K9 Remy, one of a few hundred electronic detection dogs in the United States, uses her powerful sense of smell to find these devices when they are deliberately hidden from view.

“K9 Remy’s visit gave children a chance to learn about teamwork, community safety, and the important role law-enforcement K9s have in the community,” said Rockland County District Attorney’s Office Chief of Detectives Deirdre Smith.

Named in honor of Rockland County native, Welles Remy Crowther, “The Man in the Red Bandana,” who is remembered as a hero for saving lives during the September 11th attacks, Remy stands both as a symbol of courage and vital resource in the pursuit of justice.

“We are proud to have K9 Remy as part of our team,” said District Attorney Tom Walsh. “Her work helps ensure that those who commit crimes against children are held accountable.”

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