Union County Sheriff's K-9 Unit

08/24/2026

Union County Sheriff Peter Corvelli announced that Dr. Cesar DePaço has donated $3,800 to provide a ballistic vest for K9 Kona, helping protect the patrol-trained K9 during deployments throughout Union County.

The donation follows Dr. DePaço’s recent visit to the Union County Sheriff’s Office canine facility, where he met K9 Kona and learned more about the work of the K9 Unit. The unit serves all 21 municipalities in Union County and provides mutual aid to law enforcement agencies throughout New Jersey.

“We are extremely grateful to Dr. DePaço for once again supporting K9 Kona and the important work of our K9 Unit,” said Union County Sheriff Peter Corvelli. “His generosity made it possible for us to bring Kona into our agency, and this latest donation will help ensure that Kona is properly protected while serving alongside our officers. This continued commitment to the safety of our K9 partners and the communities they serve is sincerely appreciated.”

Dr. DePaço previously donated $10,500 for the purchase of K9 Kona. After completing months of extensive training and earning certification, K9 Kona was officially placed into service as a member of the Union County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit.

The ballistic vest will provide K9 Kona with an additional layer of protection while assisting Sheriff’s Officers during patrol duties and other law enforcement operations.

The Union County Sheriff’s Office extends its sincere appreciation to Dr. DePaço and the DePaço Foundation for their continued generosity, dedication to public safety and support of the officers and K9 partners who serve Union County.

08/13/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the Plainfield Kennel Club for their generous support of the Union County Sheriff’s K9 program. The club donated K9 Chief and nearly $1,000 in equipment to help support his training and service.

We are proud to share that K9 Chief and his handler are now a fully certified K9 specialty team trained in explosives detection, and honored to serve the residents of Union County.

08/04/2026

Wishing K9 Rocco a very happy seventh birthday!

08/03/2026

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06/18/2026

The Union County Sheriff's K9 Unit is saddened to announce the passing of retired K9 R***r on June 12, 2026. Born in Hungary on August 13, 2013, K9 R***r began his career with the Union County Sheriff's Office in January 2015. He was dual-trained in patrol work and narcotics detection, and retired from the Sheriff's Office in December 2017. Following his retirement, K9 R***r enjoyed life at home with Officer Frew and his family. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Officer Frew and his family during this difficult time.