For nearly four years, K-9 Villain helped CDCR fulfill its public safety mission at Sierra Conservation Center. Villain retired in December 2023 and passed away Feb. 15, 2024.
Villain, the retired Investigative Services Unit K-9, began in March 2020 at Sierra Conservation Center, partnered with Correctional Officer Ashley Brockmire.
Villian was certified in narcotics detection as well as other contraband.
Villain lived at home with his handler and loved to work and be rewarded with his ball.
When he was not working, he enjoyed lounging in the sun.
“Villain will be dearly missed by all who knew him. We extend our most sincere condolences to the Brockmire family, loved ones and friends,” according to a statement issued by the institution.
The institution will hold a celebration of life for Villain to honor his many contributions to the Drug Interdiction program. Details will be announced at a later time.
“Villain was born to love, trained to serve, and loyal to the end,” the statement concludes.
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