CARNEGIE, PA — Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) announced $170,000 in new federal funding for K9 units in Allegheny County’s North Hills. This grant funding will go to the Northern Regional Police Department (230 Pierce Mill Road Wexford, PA 15090) and comes from the Department of Justice’s Byrne Discretionary Grants program.

“K9 units are a valuable tool for cops to help keep our communities safe,” said Congressman Chris Deluzio. “I’m proud to help bring this federal funding back to the North Hills for law enforcement in their mission to keep us safe. No matter what, I will keep fighting for a safer, stronger Western Pennsylvania.”

The funding will support the continued existence and enhancement of the Police K9 Program in the Allegheny County communities of Marshall, Pine, and Richland Townships, along with Bradford Woods Borough. Project activities include securing a K9 dog, K9/handler training, two specialized K9 patrol units, vehicle upfitting, and the necessary support equipment for the program. Expected outcomes include maintaining a K9 officer to support effective community policing and crime prevention, support the tracking and location of missing persons, and provide a K9 that is trained in explosives detection.