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How to Watch Memorial Service for Heroic VADOC K-9 Rivan
April 10, 2024
On Tuesday, April 2, the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) lost one of its K-9s, Rivan, who was killed in the line of duty while he protected his assigned Corrections Officer, staff, and inmates at Sussex I State Prison.
To honor Rivan’s courage and sacrifice, the VADOC is hosting a memorial service at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 11 at the VADOC’s Academy for Staff Development – Crozier in Goochland County.
Members of the public who are not able to attend the service can watch via Facebook Live. Visit the VADOC Facebook page close to the 1 p.m. start time to join the livestream.
Details for Rivan’s Memorial Service:
Time and Date:
1 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2024
Location:
Virginia Department of Corrections Academy for Staff Development – Crozier
1900 River Road West
Crozier, VA 23039