Bayard Mayor Chon Fierro, McGruff, BPD Chief Hector Carrillo. (Photo by Bayard PD)McGruff the Crime Dog has been introduced to the mayor, council, and residents of Bayard as the newest member of the Bayard Police Department.

Bayard Police Chief Hector Carrillo stated, "Our focus and goals are going to be attending Cobre schools and youth programs around the mining district to teach the young generation to call for any suspicious activity they encounter to help reduce crime in our community. McGruff the Crime Dog will be utilized throughout our Neighborhood Watch Program (that is being worked on), cleaning up streets, and making appearances at events throughout Bayard. McGruff will encourage and teach children and teenagers to protect themselves from substance abuse and bullies."