CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. — State Police on Friday announced the sudden passing of one of its K9 Troopers.
Tron, a 9-year-old German Shepherd assigned to Troop G in Centre County, died of a sudden medical condition, State Police said on Facebook.
He was one of six State Police explosive detection K9 teams.
Known for his boisterous disposition and constant barking -- he could be heard approaching a scene from a significant distance away, police say -- Tron worked with his handler, Trooper Christopher Massari, for his entire career.
Tron was involved in several high-profile incidents and spent his life helping to keep people safe, according to police.
