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Leicestershire Police officer Darren Sewell has been a frontline officer for 22 years, a dog handler and firearms support handler for 16 years, and a trainer for four years. He has been an incredible ambassador for police dogs and his life revolves around the dogs and their welfare. He cares for PD Jura and PD Gilly, as well as helping run on puppies for neighbouring forces. In 2020, he was diagnosed with stage 4 lymphoma (cancer) and underwent chemotherapy treatment while continuing to care for his pack, train and run on Jura, and prepare for their return to duty.

PC Duncan and PD Hörbi.

PC Duncan having finished at the end of the day.

Taken during the day; (Front L-R) PC Philip Duncan and PC Andy Brown, (Back L-R) PC Mark Grey, PC Dan Barry and PC Claire Woodcock.

Taken at the start of the day; (L-R) PC Mark Grey, PC Dan Barry, PC Philip Duncan, PS Chris Shepherd and PC Andy Brown.

PC Phil Duncan, 40, from Fraserburgh, is leading a team of fundraisers in a 12-hour fitness challenge to raise vital funds for the Thin Blue Paw Foundation, which supports and celebrates serving and retired police dogs across the UK.

PC Dave Wardell and PD Finn.