New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office K9s receive ballistic vest

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Ten K9s with the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office have received bullet and stab protective vests.
This potentially lifesaving body armor for K9 officers is US made and custom fitted.
K9s Clark, Ellie, Mac, Marvin, and Vera’s vests are sponsored by non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
K9s Axel, Bucky, and Mike’s vests are sponsored by Michael and Torri Winstead of Wilmington.
K9 Coast’s vest is sponsored by Patti Sanford of Wilmington.
K9 Skippy’s vest is sponsored by Tony Zitney of Wilmington.