The K-9 Unit was started in September 2000.
Officer/handler Jason Collins and his dog, Nik, and Officer/handler
Luke Terry and his dog, Aron, are assigned to the Patrol Division.
Nik and Aron are purebred German Shephards imported from Europe.
They are considered commissioned officers of the Broomfield Police
Department, and have been certified in tracking, criminal
apprehension, narcotics detection, and area and building searches for
suspects and/or property.
Along with patrol duties, K-9 officers and dogs participate in
many community programs, including special presentations in schools
and other agencies upon request.
Officer Jason Collins and K-9 Nik (left) and
Officer Luke Terry and K-9 Aron (right)