LCSO K-9 graduates, now on patrol

  • Deputy Justin Wilson is responsible for patrol duties with the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit, Blazer. The dog and her handler earned their certification, and now are working together to serve the community where needed. COURTESY PHOTO
    Deputy Justin Wilson is responsible for patrol duties with the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit, Blazer. The dog and her handler earned their certification, and now are working together to serve the community where needed. COURTESY PHOTO
  • Sheriff David Parker said his department is awaiting delivery of tactical gloves that have been approved for use by jailers. Erick Mitchell | dispatch record
    Sheriff David Parker said his department is awaiting delivery of tactical gloves that have been approved for use by jailers. Erick Mitchell | dispatch record

    The Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit, Blazer, started patrol duties Friday alongside Deputy Justin Wilson, Sheriff David Parker said.

    Blazer is set to be utilized as a dual-purpose dog, with the ability to serve as a protection/backup unit and to detect narcotics and explosives. Already, the dog is having an impact.

    “One of our deputies had a traffic stop on Saturday night and saw a little …