LEE COUNTY, N.C. (WTVD) -- The Lee County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of their new K-9 partner, Ozzy, who passed away after experiencing an unforeseen medical emergency.
The health issue occurred on January 7, shortly after the community had helped select his name.
Ozzy was initially taken to a local veterinary clinic and later transferred to the NC State Veterinary Hospital for advanced care.
He unfortunately passed away Friday night.