Carson City Sheriff's K9 Ivo crossed the rainbow bridge
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit would like you all to join us in celebrating the life and experiences of K9 Ivo, who passed just a few days ago.
K9 Ivo was a primary member of our K9 unit and has been with us since 2014. He was first assigned to Sergeant Brian Humphrey, where he began his career as a Special Enforcement Team (SET) member. Sergeant Humphrey was promoted shortly thereafter, and Ivo was paired with his forever partner, Detective Brett Bindley. The two would become inseparable.
A master of all trades, K9 Ivo was certified in the detection of narcotics, tracking, and suspect apprehension. Together, Detective Bindley and K9 Ivo would dedicate six years fulfilling needs in Patrol, Special Enforcement, and SWAT. Seen below, he even braved a shift in our Dispatch Call Center! During his tenure, Ivo accounted for more than a thousand field deployments, resulting in a multitude of arrests and the seizure of drugs that would otherwise have been free to wreak havoc in our community.
When not at work, K9 Ivo was part of the family. He went home every day to be with his humans, where he spent his time relaxing with dad, protecting the family, and playing with his favorite little girl. Ivo retired in 2020 and got to spend the last four years with his family full-time.
In life, Ivo embodied everything the Sheriff’s Office and its K9 Unit should be. He was a hard-working public servant, an ambassador to the Carson City community, and a loving companion at home. We’re grateful to have enjoyed him for as long as we have, and we thank you for sharing in his memory.
For additional information regarding CCSO K9, or if you’d like to know how you can donate to the K9 unit, please contact Sgt. Riggin 775-283-7889 driggin@carson.org or visit the Sheriff’s Office main building, 911 East Musser Street during regular business hours.