Tactical officer dives into canal to rescue dog
A tactical K9 officer braved the gushing water in the Merebank canal to rescue a stranded dog.
MEMBERS of PT Alarms’ Tactical unit sprang into action to rescue a dog from drowning in the Merebank canal this morning, January 11.
PT Alarms’ spokesperson Dhevan Govindasamy said, “The PT Alarms Tactical unit, renowned for their bravery and fearlessness, was dispatched to the scene after the PT Alarms Control Centre received multiple calls for assistance from residents that a dog was floundering in the canal.”
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Without hesitation, the members sprang into action to rescue the scared dog. Govindasamy, who assisted with the rescue, said tactical K9 officer Bradwynne Steven Holder jumped into the gushing Merebank Canal to rescue a distressed canine that was struggling in the water.
“The PT Tactical members secured the officer with a rope and lowered him into the canal. He managed to brave the rushing waters and grab onto the shivering four-legged victim. Once firmly in possession of the trembling dog, the PT Tactical officer was pulled to safety by team members,” he said.
Govindasamy said the grateful canine shrugged off the terrifying ordeal and the excess water and made off with a glance of appreciation to his rescuer and the team. “We care about the community and our furry friends,” he said.
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