K-9 Roman with handler Devin Steele.

KANNAPOLIS — The Kannapolis Police Department has a new four-legged officer after welcoming K-9 officer Roman.

Roman, named after WWE wrestler Roman Reigns, will be partnering with Kannapolis officer Devin Steele.

A German Shepherd, Roman was born in Germany and like all K-9 officers has been training for police work basically since he was born. He celebrated his first birthday in July and his favorite treat is carrots.

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Steele has been with the Kannapolis PD for four years and completed the Rowan Caba

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