Greenville police names newest K9 in honor of fallen deputy
A new four-legged police officer is carrying on the legacy of a fallen deputy in Greenville.
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Lewis was shot and killed during a murder investigation in Kinston in June 2011.
According to a Facebook post by Greenville police, Lewis and his partner went to a home in Kinston to serve a warrant in connection with a murder investigation. The officers were conducting a search of the residence when Lewis was shot and killed.
“On June 9, 2011 we lost an incredible father, husband, son and brother in blue,” said Greenville Police Sergeant Tim McInerney. "I feel that my fallen partner would have been honored to see a police K-9 named after him. I can see no stronger partner to carry on his name. They share the same characteristics: brave, loyal, loving and a natural guardian.”
At the time, Sneak's handler, Officer William Groseclose, was working as a new officer with Kinston police.
He went on to become a K9 handler in Greenville and says he's always hoped to name a dog in Lewis' honor.
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