May 23rd 2024.
Recently, the pursuit of justice has gained some new allies thanks to the graduation of 11 new K9 recruits and their handlers joining Corrective Services NSW. These furry recruits, a mix of labradors, spaniels, and German shepherds, will now be deployed across the state to assist in detecting and intercepting drugs, tobacco, and illicit mobile phones from circulating within the prison walls.
However, it wasn't an easy journey for these pups and their handlers. They went through a grueling 14-week course, which involved early morning wake-ups and intense physical training for both the dogs and their officer handlers. But the hard work paid off as they all successfully completed the course and are now ready to take on their duties.
For these officers, this is the most important working relationship they have had to build in their careers so far. They not only have to care for their pups but also build a strong bond of trust and skills to face potentially volatile situations together. K9 handler David Sultana, who graduated with his new dog Chloe, was praised for his adaptability in training the excitable spaniel.
"She was one of the younger and less experienced dogs in the course, with no obedience training," Sultana shared. "But we have worked hard together and now she is ready to go into a prison and search for various drugs like methamphetamine, cannabis, and suboxone. It's a truly rewarding feeling to work alongside your dog and see them do what you've trained them to do."
Another handler, Lana Tye, was pleasantly surprised by how perfectly she and her new black labrador, Coco, were suited for each other. "We both have high energy levels and are task-oriented, with a real love for athletic activities," Tye explained. "Now, it's such a joy to come to work every day with my best friend by my side, and I get to take her home with me as well."
Currently, the CSNSW's K9 Unit has 44 handler and dog teams, stationed in various regions across the state, including the Central West, Hunter, Northern, Southern, and Sydney metropolitan areas. These teams can be called into any CSNSW facility and can also support other teams, such as the NSW Police. In the last financial year, the unit conducted 2106 K9 searches across the state, showcasing their vital role in maintaining safety and security within the prison system.
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