ALLEGANY TERRITORY, SALAMANCA – The Seneca Nation in partnership with the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Department announced the donation of $30,000 to fully fund the purchase and subsequent support of a new K-9 Unit for the Sheriff’s Department.
“It has not gone without notice that the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Department has recently made an aggressive effort in combating illegal drug activity on and near our Seneca territories,” said President Rickey L. Armstrong, Sr.
The Sheriff’s Department will acquire a specially trained police dog and its handler to assist with various law enforcement tasks like narcotics detection, tracking, and suspect apprehension. A dedicated deputy will undergo extensive training to become the K-9’s handler, ensuring a strong bond and effective partnership.
“The Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s office and the Seneca Nation are partnering together with one common goal of taking drugs off our streets and cleaning up our neighborhoods,” Sheriff Eric Butler said.
“I’m proud to announce we have partnered with the Nation to add another K-9 drug unit to patrol our streets and the communities we live in and call home,” Butler said.
The Cattaraugus County Legislature accepted the Seneca Nation grant for the purchase of a dog and training for the dog and deputy for narcotics detection, tracking and patrol. A canine insert for a patrol vehicle and ballistic vest.
