16-05-2025
Massachusetts Environmental Police retired police K9 Jett passes away
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Massachusetts Environmental Police announced on Friday the passing of retired K9 Jett.
Retired Environmental Police K9 Jett worked alongside her handler, Officer O'Connell, for nearly nine years until retiring in 2023. K9 Jett helped in conservation and hunting-related crimes, locating lost hikers, and assisting many agencies across the state.
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K9 Jett was certified in tracking /search and rescue, as well as explosive and firearms detection. She also worked in numerous large venues and events across the state, including the Boston Marathon, Boston Fourth of July celebrations, and the Tall Ships.
'K-9 Jett loved to work and served enthusiastically with pride and dignity. Jett will be missed and we thank her for her service, loyalty and friendship,' Massachusetts Environmental Police said in a Facebook post.
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