K-9 Diezel Retires From Middletown Police Department

MIDDLETOWN, CT — Middletown K-9 Diezel is retiring after five years with the force, police announced on Thursday.

“We would like to take a moment and recognize K-9 Diezel on his retirement!” police wrote in a post on Facebook. “K-9 Diezel and his handler Sgt. Aura Smith were certified in December of 2017. Together, Sgt. Smith & K-9 Diezel had numerous successful tracks, evidence recoveries, and suspect apprehensions.

“You could also always find them at community events or teaching D.A.R.E. Classes. They were the definition of a what it means to be a great team.

“At the age of 6, K-9 Diezel will spend retirement at home with his family. He is looking forward to unlimited treats, lots of play, and most of all, NOT waking up for the midnight shift!

“Congratulations Buddy 🚔🐾”