Current K-9 Unit

K-9 Blitz

Breed: Belgian Malinois / Dutch Shepherd Mix
Origin: Belarus
Handler: Officer Luke Limberg

K-9 Blitz is a dual-purpose patrol and narcotics detection dog who serves alongside Officer Luke Limberg, a member of the Loves Park Police Department since 2016. The team completed an intensive multi-week training program at F.M. K-9 in Berrien Center, Michigan, followed by State certification before joining the Patrol Division in April 2019.

Blitz is deployed on average more than 20 times each month and is trained in narcotics detection, building and area searches, evidence recovery, tracking, officer safety, and criminal apprehension. To maintain peak performance, Blitz and Officer Limberg participate in ongoing weekly training.

K-9 Koal

Breed: Belgian Malinois
Origin: Czechoslovakia
Handler: Sergeant Matt Anderson

K-9 Koal is a dual-purpose patrol and narcotics detection dog partnered with Sergeant Matt Anderson, who has served with the Loves Park Police Department since 2020. After completing an intensive multi-week training course at F.M. K-9 in Berrien Center, Michigan, and receiving State certification, the team joined the Patrol Division in April 2021.

Koal is deployed on average more than 20 times each month and is trained in narcotics detection, building and area searches, evidence recovery, tracking, officer safety, and criminal apprehension. Like all members of the K-9 Unit, Koal and his handler continue weekly training to maintain their skills.

Therapy Dog Mango

Breed: Golden Retriever

Handler: Officer Aaron Johnson

Mango is a certified K9 Therapy Dog with the Loves Park Police Department. During the school year, Mango spends time with SRO Johnson at Harlem Middle School and visits elementary schools throughout the Harlem School District. Mango brings comfort, companionship, and plenty of smiles to students, staff, and community members.