Dogs have been used for various purposes – from companionship to herding, hunting, and even detection of explosives and illegal substances.

But in recent times, they have also been trained to use their sense of smell for something more important – solving crimes.

Koronovios is one such dog who has been making headlines recently for his ability to sniff out the truth in criminal cases.

His success rate has been so high that many investigators are now turning to him as a valuable tool in their fight against crime.

What is Koronovios?

Koronovios is a Greek rescue dog who was adopted by the Hellenic Police in 2013. He is a black Labrador Retriever and has been trained to use his sense of smell to detect and collect evidence in various crime scenes.

His name, which means ‘Crown Prince’ in Greek, is fitting for his reputation as one of the most reliable crime-solving dogs in Greece. He has helped solve cases ranging from burglary to homicide, and his success rate is said to be over 90%.

How does Koronovios work?

When Koronovios arrives at a crime scene, he is first given a scent sample from the victim or the suspect. He then uses his nose to track down any evidence that may have been left behind, such as clothing, shoes, or weapons.

Once he has located the evidence, he will alert his handler by barking or sitting down. The evidence is then collected and sent to a laboratory for further analysis.

Koronovios has been trained to work in a variety of settings, from open fields to city streets. He is also trained to work in both indoor and outdoor crime scenes, making him a versatile asset to the police force.

Why is Koronovios so effective?

Dogs have an incredible sense of smell, which is why they are often used for detection purposes. Their sense of smell is said to be up to 100,000 times more powerful than that of a human, and they can differentiate between millions of different scents.

But what sets Koronovios apart from other detection dogs is his ability to detect the scent of a person even when they are no longer present at the crime scene.

For example, if the suspect has left the scene of the crime, Koronovios can still track their scent by following the trail of odor molecules that they have left behind.

This is known as ‘scent tracking’ and is one of Koronovios’ most impressive abilities.

Success stories

Koronovios’ success rate is impressive, to say the least. He has helped solve numerous cases, including:.

The identification and arrest of a serial burglar who had been targeting homes in the Athens area
The arrest of a man suspected of shooting a police officer
The identification and arrest of a suspect in a double homicide case

Koronovios’ work has not gone unnoticed. In 2019, he was awarded the ‘Animal Hero Award’ by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) for his outstanding work in the field of animal welfare and conservation.

Conclusion

Koronovios’ ability to uncover the truth using his incredible sense of smell is truly remarkable. His success rate has been nothing short of impressive, and his work has helped bring criminals to justice.

It is clear that Koronovios is not just any ordinary dog – he is a valuable asset to the police force and a hero in his own right.

With more and more investigators turning to dogs for assistance in criminal investigations, it is likely that we will see more dogs like Koronovios making headlines in the future.