Crime & Safety

2 Bergen County Sheriff's Dogs Die

Both dogs 'worked tirelessly and were invaluable,' said Sheriff Michael Saudino.

Two dogs who served in the Bergen County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit have died.

Storm and General both died Wednesday, the sheriff's office announced in a Facebook post Thursday.

"Both officers served tirelessly and were invaluable to the Bergen County Sheriff's Office and the law enforcement community," said Sheriff Michael Saudino. "They will be missed."

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Sgt. Tim Scannell was Storm's partner. Officer Leszec Lorenc was General's partner.

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PHOTO: Sgt. Tim Scannell with his K-9 partner Storm. Bergen County Sheriff's Office

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