Handler – Master Deputy M. Hook<\/p>\n
New Hanover County Sheriff\u2019s Office mourns the loss of K9 Oscar<\/p>\n
The New Hanover County Sheriff\u2019s Office (NHCSO) announced the passing of one of their K9 members.\u201cK9 Oscar, a dedicated and loyal member of our team, who was laid to rest last week,\u201d the sheriff\u2019s office said.K9 Oscar began serving in 2016 and worked alongside his handler, Master Deputy M. Hook, to achieve \u201cnumerous successful drug seizures and criminal apprehensions, contributing significantly to the safety and security of our community.\u201dIn 2022, Oscar was retired due to an injury sustained in the line of duty.\u201cIn his well-deserved retirement, Oscar embraced the quieter joys of life. He loved chewing on his favorite bone, playing with toys, exploring the outdoors, and relaxing on the couch with his family,\u201d the sheriff\u2019s office said.\u201cK9 Oscar\u2019s passing is a profound loss for the Sheriff\u2019s Office, his community, and his family. His dedication and service have left an indelible mark, and he will be remembered as a true hero and beloved companion.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Handler – Master Deputy M. Hook New Hanover County Sheriff\u2019s Office mourns the loss of K9 Oscar The New Hanover County Sheriff\u2019s Office (NHCSO) announced the passing of one of their K9 members.\u201cK9 Oscar, a dedicated and loyal member of our team, who was laid to rest last week,\u201d the sheriff\u2019s office said.K9 Oscar began …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":17267,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[36],"class_list":["post-17265","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","","category-k9memorial","tag-nc"],"yoast_head":"\n