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Longtime Stafford K-9 Officer Passes Away

Kramer had been sick for several months.

A longtime Stafford Township police officer died recently, according to the police department's Facebook.

Kramer, a retired K-9 officer, died recently from a large tumor on his face and mouth which developed rapidly over the last few months.

"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of one of our retired K-9s, Kramer".

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The dog worked along with Patrolman Bob Campanile until Campanile retired a few years ago.

"Kramer served Stafford Township for many years and was nationally ranked in patrol and narcotics," the post states. "RIP Kramer."

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