Madison County Sheriff’s Office K9 receives donation of body armor

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. – The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce that K9 Plik will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a generous charitable donation from Vested Interest in K9s , Inc.

The vest, sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., will be embroidered with the sentiment: “Honoring those who served and sacrificed.” Delivery is expected within the next ten weeks.

Established in 2009, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charity dedicated to providing bullet and stab protective vests and assistance to law enforcement K9s nationwide. These U.S.-made, custom-fitted vests are National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified and have a value of approximately $1,800 each. Since its inception, the organization has provided more than 6,348 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states through private and corporate donations.

The program is open to certified law enforcement K9s that are at least 20 months old and actively employed. For more information or to support the mission, visit www.vik9s.org or contact Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. at (508) 824-6978.

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office sincerely appreciates this generous contribution to the safety and protection of K9 Deputy Plik as he continues to serve our community.

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