Kai
RETIRED
K-9 Kai is a German Shepherd. He joined the Alliance Police Department in 2003 when it was determined that the department could add a second dual-purpose K9 to the patrol ranks for free. K9 Kai came from the Smith Township Police Department. He had been with the Smith Twp Police Department and partnered with Officer Paul Vesco since 1997. When Officer Vesco left the Smith Twp Police Department and joined the Alliance Police Department, K9 Kai came with him.
Kai was trained in narcotic detection and also had a list of skills that included tracking persons, building and area searches for persons, evidence searches, criminal apprehension, and officer protection. He performed drug detection and patrol functions as part of the afternoon shift. He was always on call to assist other shifts and APD divisions, and was often called on by other agencies to assist them.
Canine Handler for Kai: Paul Vesco - 330.823.5766 (office) - email