ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- The Albemarle County Police Department says one of its K-9s has passed away due to unforeseen medical concerns and complications.

According to a release, K-9 Sultan was retired and put to rest due to his deteriorating health and on the advice of a veterinarian and canine specialist.

Sultan was assigned to ACPD Officer Sheridan in 2017 and has since been involved in several arrests, the tracking of violent suspects, and one of the largest marijuana seizures in Albemarle County.

Sultan also worked with teams from other jurisdictions around the region as needed.

The release does not specify what medical concerns led to this decision.