K‑9 Lloyd joins Rockland Sheriff’s Office, honors fallen firefighter
The accelerant‑detection dog is named in honor of Jared LLoyd, the Spring Valley firefighter who died saving residents in the Evergreen Assisted Living Facility fire five years ago.
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The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office has introduced its newest K‑9, a 1‑and‑a‑half‑year‑old black Labrador named Lloyd, who will assist investigators by sniffing out accelerants at fire scenes.
The dog is named in honor of Jared Lloyd, the Spring Valley volunteer firefighter who died five years ago while helping residents get to safety during the fire at the Evergreen Assisted Living Facility.
Detective Sean Reagan‑Ward, Lloyd’s handler, said he is grateful for the opportunity to carry on the firefighter’s legacy.
"I can't be any more thankful to my agency. To his family and the firefighters of Rockland County for allowing me to forward his legacy through my partner here," Reagan-Ward said.
Reagan‑Ward and K‑9 Lloyd recently completed a 10‑week ignitable liquid detection program. Since graduating earlier this month, the pair has already responded to four fire scenes in Rockland County. They will also be able to assist in fire investigations throughout the Hudson Valley.
Sheriff Louis Falco spoke on Wednesday about the significance of naming the dog after Lloyd.
"Every deployment. Every investigation. Every success will carry forward the spirit of a man who gave everything in the service of others," Falco said.
Members of Jared Lloyd’s family and fellow firefighters attended the introduction of the new K‑9. His mother, Sabrail Davenport, believes the dog’s work will reflect her son’s dedication.
"May this K‑9's future and training be used to honor Jared's memory, to help strengthen fire safety in Rockland County and more," Davenport said.
Chris Kear, director of Rockland Fire and Emergency Services, added that the firefighter’s impact remains strong.
"Jared's memory will live on. Time goes on. But we will continue to honor him and do our best to always remember him," Kear said.
Off duty, K‑9 Lloyd lives with Reagan‑Ward, his wife, his young daughter and two other dogs.
