K9 Gunner Signs Off In Monroe

MONROE, Conn. -- K9 Gunner worked his last shift Wednesday night, signing off at 11 p.m., according to the Monroe Police Department on Facebook.

01/19/2017 3:30 p.m.

After five and a half years with the department, he is retiring.

Gunner and police officer, his handler, Jeffrey Loomis, have partnered since June 15, 2011, said the post.

He is credited with working a number of "noteworthy cases," including after his recovery last year from a life-threatening illness.

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