New Milford Police K-9 Helps Save Suicidal Man

NEW MILFORD, CT — A New Milford K-9 officer led her handler to a suicidal man in the woods, where the police officer was able to save his life.

On Jan. 26 at about 2 a.m., New Milford Police Officer Mike Lafond and Police K-9 Kira were dispatched to assist the Danbury Police Department in locating a man who had threatened suicide and fled a residence on foot.

K-9 Kira tracked for more than an hour and was able to locate the man, who was unresponsive, in a wooded area in 15 degree weather. Officer Lafond administered two doses of Narcan to the man, who was then transported to the hospital for further treatment.

Narcan, or naloxone, is used for the complete or partial reversal of opioid overdose.

"This is an example of the excellent police work our K-9 teams perform on a continual basis," said New Milford Police Chief Cerruto. "I want to commend Officer LaFond and his K9 partner, Kira, for their quick and determined action to locate and provide the necessary medical assistance."

"If the person was not located the outcome could have been tragic," Cerruto said.

Photo of Officer Lafond and Police K-9 Kira via New Milford PD