COLUMBUS, Ohio — The newest recruit at the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is getting lots of attention.

“So, this is Legend,” said Sgt. Darrah Metz, who commands the FCSO Crisis K-9 Unit. “Legend is 8 weeks old, and he’s one of the new crisis K-9s for the sheriff’s office.”

Legend and his brother Koda have joined six other four-legged members of the crisis K-9 law enforcement team, expanding the reach of their impact. They assist victims who’ve experienced mental, physical or psychological trauma.

“We are a voice for the voiceless, and we give hope where needed,” Metz said.

It’s a legacy started by one very special pup who is still making an impact, even after his end of watch.

Mattis K. Nine, the first ever crisis K-9 officer in the state of Ohio, was the first K-9 partner for Metz

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