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.