Winter may be settling in, but K-9 Steele of the Marysville Police Department is heating things up with not one but two recent captures, showcasing his incredible tracking skills.

K-9 Steele sniffs out three suspects in shoplifting case

On Saturday, Nov. 4, responding to a shoplifting incident at JC Penney, three suspects escalated the situation to a second-degree robbery by assaulting an employee during their escape. The pursuit culminated in a car crash in a residential neighborhood. The suspects ran from the scene on foot.

Law enforcement swiftly established containment and deployed a drone to assist in the search. K-9 Steele was instrumental in tracking down all three suspects, locating them hidden behind trees in a person’s yard. Great work Steele!

K-9 Steele helps with successful apprehension of suspect after a tireless pursuit through the woods

On Thursday, Nov. 16, Arlington Police asked for K-9 Steele's assistance after a suspect fled from a domestic violence situation. The suspect abandoned their vehicle in rural Arlington and ran on foot. K-9 Steele, showcasing exemplary tracking abilities, tirelessly pursued the suspect for nearly an hour through densely wooded areas. The pursuit ended with Steele uncovering the suspect's hiding spot, leading to a successful apprehension.

Our department commends both K-9 Steele and his handler, Officer Brad Smith, for their pivotal role in these captures, emphasizing the valuable contribution of police dogs to public safety. The community recognizes their dedication and effectiveness in preventing and stopping crime in Marysville.