Heroic Police Dog Locates Missing Woman in Hyogo
News Context
At a glance
- The Tarumi Station of the Hyogo Prefectural Police held a ceremony on May 8, 2026, to honor a service dog for his role in the successful recovery of...
- The dog, identified as Junker von Nordlicht, is a direct police dog belonging to the prefectural police.
- As reported by the Asahi Shimbun, the police recognized the dog's efficiency and contribution to the operation with a tailored reward.
The Tarumi Station of the Hyogo Prefectural Police held a ceremony on May 8, 2026, to honor a service dog for his role in the successful recovery of a missing woman.
The dog, identified as Junker von Nordlicht, is a direct police dog belonging to the prefectural police. His search efforts were instrumental in locating the missing woman and ensuring she was safely protected.
A Specialized Reward
As reported by the Asahi Shimbun, the police recognized the dog’s efficiency and contribution to the operation with a tailored reward. To celebrate the successful rescue, Junker von Nordlicht was presented with a deer antler.
The recognition highlights the critical role that specialized police dogs play in search and rescue missions within the Hyogo Prefecture.