Lane has been with the Douglas County Sheriff's Office since 1987. In 1995, Rookie became Sgt. Since that time they have worked as a team performing narcotic, suspect, and evidence searches, as well as tracking suspects. Sgt Lane and Rookie also perform numerous demonstrations for schools and clubs throughout the area. Rookie is a 4 year old German Shepherd trained in the areas of narcotic detection, building and evidence searching, tracking, handler protection and criminal apprehension.
Rookie is funded by donations from the people and businesses of Douglas County.
Deputy Willmore, his wife, Rhonda, and two sons, Brandon and Justin, live in Tuscola. Graduated from Tuscola Community High School in 1972. Has worked for the Douglas County Sheriff's Department since December 1982 as a correctional officer, dispatcher, and Deputy Sheriff. It is a great honor to work for the Douglas County Sheriff's Office and the citizens of the county. Law enforcement is not only a job but a public trust position to uphold the laws and to make your home a safe place to live.