Stafford K-9 Officers Ollie And Raven Now Sporting Bulletproof Vests

Stafford Township K-9 Officers Ollie and Raven are safer on the job, thanks to the donations of many Southern Ocean County businesses and residents.

Cedar Run resident Thomas King decided the dogs needed more protection and launched a campaign to raise money to buy them bulletproof vests, said Lt. James R. Vaughn.

He raised $2,200 for the vests, mostly though donations from local businesses, Stafford Lt. James Vaughn said.

"On his own initiative, Mr. King requested donations from local businesses and they responded making the donations so the department could purchase the K9 vests for the K-9 unit," Vaughn said.

The following businesses and residents that donated include:

Lucky's Bed And Breakfast

Stafford Veterinary Hospital

Taylor Made Cabinets

Holiday Inn

South Shore Towing

Manahawkin Magic Wash

Elements Restaurant and Bar

Buy Rite Liquors

Pietro's Pizza

All Floors Labor

Ted Siciliano

"The vests are in-service and being used..." Vaughn said. "Thank you again to Mr. King and all the businesses that donated the money for the purchase for the K9 vests."