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Waynesboro: Barkley, beloved K-9 dog with the city PD, passes away

Crystal Graham
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A beloved K-9 with the Waynesboro Police Department who was paired with officer Jessie Shaver died on Tuesday.

Barkley was a good dog who was responsible for a total of $3.2 million in seizures.

The Waynesboro Police Department posted a statement saying it was “deeply saddened” to share the news.

“His achievements and dedication to keeping our community safe will never be forgotten,” the statement read.

As a member of the Virginia Police K-9 Association in Culpeper, Barkley trained under Bryant Arrington.

Barkley became part of the WPD family in 2015.

“Barkley will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We are forever grateful for his dedicated and unwavering service to the city and citizens of Waynesboro.”

“We honor his legacy and thank him for his invaluable contribution to our community,” the statement read.






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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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