Watch CBS News

Carroll County Sheriff K9 Zsundi Dies After Sudden Illness

WESTMINSTER, Md. (WJZ) -- The Carroll County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of an active K9.

K9 Zsundi passed due to a sudden illness.

Zsundi was born Feb. 8, 2009. He became a member of the Carroll County Sheriff's Office in 2010.

We are saddened to announce the untimely passing of an active member of our K9 Team, K9 Zsundi, due to a sudden illness....

Posted by Carroll County Sheriff's Office - Maryland on Wednesday, November 13, 2019

He was certified in explosive detection and was teamed with Master Deputy Carr, where they served together at the Carroll County Circuit Court House since Zsundi was trained and certified in 2011.

In addition to regular patrols of the Courthouses, Zsundi was also called upon to scan schools and other buildings following threats involving potential explosives.

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.