Colorado Springs K9 Selected for Super Bowl Security Team, Second Year in a Row
A remarkable K9 officer from Colorado Springs has been chosen to serve on the Super Bowl security team for the second consecutive year. K9 Donut and her handler will travel to Las Vegas to ensure the safety and smooth operation of the Super Bowl.
K9 Donut, an explosives detection dog, has been a member of the Colorado Springs Police Department's (CSPD) Colorado Springs Airport Unit since January of last year. Alongside her handler, Officer Belcher, Donut has proven her unwavering commitment to safeguarding the community and those who travel through the airport.
Colorado Springs K9 Donut and her handler have been selected to serve as Super Bowl security for the second year in a row. (Right: Donut, Left: Donut and Officer Belcher at Super Bowl LVII)(Colorado Springs Police Department)
When not on duty, according to CSPD, Donut's playful nature shines through as she delights in chasing her favorite tennis ball and engaging in endless rounds of running. This joyful spirit is a testament to the strong bond between Donut and Officer Belcher, which undoubtedly contributes to their exceptional teamwork and effectiveness in their law enforcement duties.
K9 Donut and Officer Belcher also served at last year's Super Bowl in Arizona. Their selection for this prestigious assignment for two consecutive years demonstrates the trust and confidence placed in their abilities.
K9 Donut, a 6-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer, possesses a remarkable combination of intelligence, agility, and determination. These qualities, coupled with her specialized training in explosives detection, make her an invaluable asset in ensuring the security of large-scale events such as the Super Bowl.
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The CSPD expressed immense pride in K9 Donut and Officer Belcher, acknowledging their exceptional contributions to the community and those who pass through it daily. The department emphasized their excitement at the opportunity for Donut and Officer Belcher to showcase their service and excellence at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas.
“CSPD is extremely proud of the great work that K9 Donut and Officer Biechler do for our community and those traveling in and out of it every day,” CSPD said in a press release. “We are excited that they will be taking that service and excellence to Las Vegas and the Super Bowl.”