Title
Proclamation Recognizing K-9 Maverick
History
K-9 Maverick joined the Orland Park Police Department in 2018 after completing specialized training in trailing and narcotics detection. In 2020, Maverick and his handler, Officer Joe Zumerling, were assigned to a multi-agency stolen auto task force, assisting numerous law enforcement agencies and school districts throughout the region.
Over the course of his distinguished career, Maverick has been deployed more than 200 times, contributing to the recovery of significant quantities of narcotics and assisting in numerous missing and endangered person searches. His service reflects a strong commitment to public safety and the community.
After eight years of dedicated service, Maverick will retire from active duty on April 6, 2026. In recognition of his contributions, the attached proclamation designates April 6, 2026, as “K-9 Maverick Day” in the Village of Orland Park.