District Attorney Stephanie L. Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the McKean County Detectives and McKean Drug Task Force along with K9 “LG,” handler Bob Rinfrette, K9 “Zev,” and Officer Nicholas Nesci searched Smethport Area Jr/Sr High.  School administration requested the search.  The K9s are often called upon to search area schools and other facilities even when there is not an identified problem as another tool to keep students safe and the facilities secure. No narcotics were found during the search.  DA Shaffer extends her gratitude to the NFTA Transit Police in Buffalo for their continued support of local efforts in K9 searches by allowing Zev and Officer Nesci to participate.  Local law enforcement often works collaboratively with other departments and the collaboration between the various agencies above and the K9 handlers has been beneficial to McKean County and beyond.  If you suspect illegal drug activity or would like to request a K9 search of your facility, please contact the McKean County Drug Task Force at https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/da/contact or by phone at (814) 887-3312.