Laurens County, SC – Deputies in Laurens County say a missing man with medical issues was safely located Thursday after a bloodhound named Mabel helped track him down near Cross Hill.
According to the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to Longview Road on October 18 after reports of an adult missing from their home. The department’s Bloodhound Team, including Mabel, was quickly deployed to assist in the search.
Officials said Mabel successfully located the man, who had fallen and was unable to get up on his own. The individual received assistance and medical treatment at the scene.
The sheriff’s office commended Mabel and the agency’s K9 and Bloodhound units for their life-saving work. “Their specialized training and instincts save lives,” the department shared in a statement, thanking both the handlers and their four-legged partners for their ongoing dedication and service.
Residents praised the team’s efforts on social media, with many calling Mabel a hero.
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