
A Long Island officer and K-9 team, Officer Jack Castronova and his K-9 partner EJ, have been recognized for saving a missing woman with dementia after a critical search in freezing conditions.
According to authorities, the woman was found disoriented inside a barn after going missing. She had been exposed to the cold for an extended period, raising serious concerns for her safety. The officer and his canine partner acted quickly, using tracking skills that helped bring the situation to a safe outcome.
Police say the K-9 unit located her in time, likely preventing a tragic outcome. The team was officially honored for their life-saving efforts and hailed as “Top Cops” for their actions.