Officer Gerald “Jerry” Wayne Potts Jr.

After he was honorably discharged he resided in Laurel, Md., He started his career in law enforcement working for the U.S. Capitol Police for one year and later joined the Greenbelt Police Department, working as a K9 handler, until his retirement in April of 2009 following 19 years of service. He leaves behind his wife Kim, a son Gerald W. Potts III and a daughter Megan Potts and his K9 partner “Tony”

The Connecticut Police Work Dog Association Inc. does not represent any specific law enforcement agency, nor do we advocate any specific method of training. We have the expertise to assist any law enforcement agency in establishing a canine unit, canine policy, and canine unit procedures. We can provide assistance in handler and canine selection, and can assist your agency locate a credible training program.