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Manatee County K-9 dies after years of service

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Sad news to report today as the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office says one of their K-9 deputies has passed away.

In a Facebook post, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office says K-9 Deputy Gee Bee recently retired after serving as a long-time victim advocate for MCSO.

“Gee Bee sat with victims as they testified, comforted children, and was a icon for our agency,” the agency said in a Facebook post.

Thank you for your service Gee Bee.