The Somers Point Police announced the death of K-9 Officer Erco on Monday.

Beloved Somers Point K-9 Cop Erco Dies

According to the police Facebook post, K9 Erco started his career with the Somers Point Police Department in 2013 and was assigned to his handler, Sgt. Richard Dill.

The Somers Point Police remember Erco K9 Erco as a protector, a friend, and a valuable part of the department until his retirement in 2020.

K9 Erco, thank you for your service, you’ll be forever missed. Rest in Peace.

 

K-9 Erco Starred in National Night Out Demonstrations

K-9 Erco was a popular performer in Somers Point Police demonstrations and at events such as the National Night Out during his career.

A video from 2014 shows K-9 Erco running after a fleeing 'suspect' and taking him down quickly and efficiently just a few steps away.

Clearly, the actor playing the suspect didn't have any chance of outrunning K-9 Erco.

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