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GRADY COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) — On Tuesday, Dec. 2, the Grady County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) announced two new additions to its team: K-9 Ares and K-9 Garo.

In their first two weeks, K-9s Ares and Garo made 11 deployments, seizing:

• 121 grams of methamphetamine
• 32 grams of marijuana
• A quantity of fentanyl
• A quantity of oxycodone multiple drug-related items

Additionally, the K-9s accomplished:

• Five felony arrests, including:
  • Two trafficking methamphetamine
  • Two possessions with intent to distribute methamphetamine
  • One possession of a controlled substance
• Two no-bite apprehensions, in which suspects surrendered because of the K-9s’ presence — including a wanted child molestation suspect taken into custody safely
• Three successful tracks, assisting Thomas County after a pursuit, locating a burglary suspect, and tracking a suspect after a pursuit in Meigs
• Multiple off-duty callouts answered by Deputies Bogun and Asbell

"These highly trained K9s bring exceptional skill, dedication, and drive to our agency. Their presence enhances the safety of our deputies in the field and strengthens the efficiency of our day-to-day operations. From tracking and detection to officer protection, Ares and Garo are already proving to be invaluable assets to our mission of keeping Grady County safe."

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