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West Windsor Police Mourn Death Of Retired K9 Cherno
K9 Cherno spent 10 years of his life in service to the West Windsor Police Department.

MERCER COUNTY, NJ — The West Windsor Police Department is mourning the death of retired K9 Cherno.
Cherno was a little over 13 years old and had spent 10 years of his life in service, the police department said.
"I have no words today or will ever find the words to describe how K9 Cherno and K9 Sergeant Montgomery have dedicated themselves to this agency, the people of West Windsor, and the people of New Jersey,” West Windsor Police Chief Robert Garofalo said.
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“I will never be able to describe how this team has touched the hearts and lives of so many.”
“Cherno, your final orders, Stay Vigilant and Report to the Rainbow Bridge to Continue to Protect and Serve as you wait for your partner and your best friend.”
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K9 Cherno has his Final Walk at Progressive Veterinary Care in Skillman on Friday, at 11:30 a.m.
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