Zetron Donates to Vancouver K-9 Unit

The funds are being raised in an effort to replace the department’s police K-9, Ike, who was wounded while trying to apprehend a fleeing suspect. The donation includes funds contributed by Zetron, its employees and Zetron President and CEO, Ellen O’Hara.

According to Oregon’s FOX 12 News, Ike’s handler, Officer Jack Anderson, made the decision to have Ike humanely euthanized due to the severity of his wounds. Shortly thereafter, Sean Guard, mayor of Washougal, Wash., spearheaded an effort to raise money to purchase a new K-9 for the VPD. The goal of $15,000 is the estimated amount necessary to cover the cost of a new K-9, K-9 equipment, handler training, supplies, food, and medical check-ups.

“Our sympathies go out to Officer Anderson and his family and to the Vancouver Police Department,” said O’Hara. “No amount of money can eliminate the pain of such a loss. But we hope our contribution might help those affected by this sad event.”

VPD has not yet determined whether they will replace Ike. If they decide not to, the funds donated will go toward the unexpected costs that arise from having dogs on the police force.