Concord Police mourn loss of first K9, who had dozens of bust to his credit

Alone, the numbers can speak volumes for his work.

He was involved in the apprehension of 34 missing or wanted people.

He also was responsible for more than 40 drug seizures.

He patrolled crowds at several Super Bowls and the 2004 World Series.

However, alongside Patrol Officer Sylvia Toumayan and the members of the Concord Police Department, the numbers don't include all that K9 Pativ was - friend, co-worker, public figure and family.

On Tuesday, Aug. 14, as an active police K9, Pativ was put down at his home after a long illness.

"He unfortunately had been suffering from some serious medical problems," said Concord Police Lt. Barry Neal. "It was a very difficult decision by Sylvia."

He was born in Germany on St. Patrick's Day in 1997.