West Yorkshire Police dog and handler announce retirement after years of service
PC Steve Huntington and PD Macy have been working together since 2017
A West Yorkshire Police dog and her handler are to retire, after a combined total of 40 years of sentence between them.
PC Steve Huntington and Malinois PD Macy were first paired up in 2017 and has since taken part in numerous serious investigations.
The pair managed to capture a burglar wanted by Interpol and even featured on the TV show Police Interceptors.
'Brave and loyal' Macy will also be remembered for taking down a mannequin of Santa Claus, mistakenly thinking he was an intruder.
Steve, who has been with West Yorkshire Police since 1997, said: “Macy absolutely loves coming to work"
“In her head she still thinks she’s 18 months old and she would keep going if she could. But sadly she’s nine and a half now and as grey as me.
“She’s not the biggest of dogs, but her confidence and abilities have never been in doubt. She’s got some good results, and it’s been great to be by her side when she’s got them.”
Chief Inspector James Farrar, West Yorkshire Police Dog Section Lead, said:
“Our handlers live and work with their dogs, developing a unique bond over time, and Steve and Macy are a prime example of this.
“They have achieved some excellent results over the years, working to keep each other and our communities safe. We thank them for their dedication and service.”