K9 5K Fundraiser benefiting the
Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation
Saturday, June 14th 2025 @ 7:30 AM
Walk or run our North Point Parkway route – by yourself, with friends and family, or with your furry, four-legged companions – to raise funds that promote a safer, more connected community!
The K9 5K Fundraiser benefits the Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation programs, including:
Support of local law enforcement and first responders, and the families of those injured or killed in the line of duty
CPR training, car seat safety programs, and more in our community
Purchase of necessary equipment and training programs to maintain the highest levels of productivity and performance among our public safety employees
Training related to disaster relief & support in our community
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2025 K9 Team:
K9 Maverick & Officer Jahnke
K9 Maverick is a 3-year-old German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix from Hungary, brought to the City of Alpharetta thanks to donations from the Alpharetta Business Association. Maverick has served as a dual-purpose K9 for over two years, specializing in narcotics detection (Marijuana, Methamphetamines, Heroin, and Cocaine), tracking, evidence recovery, and apprehension.
In his career, Maverick has assisted in apprehending four suspects, locating three others through tracking, and helped seize over five kilograms of narcotics. One of his key moments involved tracking down a suspect who had just committed an armed robbery at a Zaxby’s, locating discarded clothing they left behind. Another notable case saw Maverick helping capture a vehicle burglary suspect after a chase from Avalon to the GA400 Northbound Old Milton Off Ramp.
Through his training and dedication, Maverick has become a vital member of the Alpharetta Police Department, aiding in the protection of the community and contributing to the safety of its residents. His success in tracking, narcotics detection, and suspect apprehension makes him an invaluable asset to the team.
