Crime & Safety

Police Dog Retires After Six Years of Service in Santa Monica

K-9 Landor spent most of his days patrolling the Santa Monica Pier and the Third Street Promenade, looking for explosives.

About a dozen Santa Monica Police officers gathered Wednesday to honor a special member of the force known for his equally sweet demeanor and aggressive crime fighting skills.

Landor is retiring as a K-9 with the Santa Monica Police Department after six years of working with Officer Adam Barry, who will purchase him for $1.

Landor will receive a retired ID badge, according to Police Chief Jacqueline Seabrooks said during brief remarks that included her feeding him a treat.

"Congratulations," Seabrooks said, smiling.

Landor will live with Barry, who is not due to retire for another 10 years. While at the department, Landor spent most of his days patrolling the Santa Monica Pier and the Third Street Promenade, looking for explosives. 

Most recently, he helped capture one of several suspects in a jewelry store robbery in Santa Monica. 

"He's served his time and it's time for him to go home and relax," Barry said. 

Because of budget cuts, Landor will not be replaced.

Sgt. Saul Rodriguez, who heads the K-9 division, said the number of K-9 dogs will go from four to three. The department has had four dogs on the force for about 20 years. 

The other dogs on the force are trained in narcotics and explosive detection, he said, adding that Landor will be missed.

"He's a very social dog," Rodriguez said.


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