Riley

ATF Canine Riley by Lake Michigan with the Chicago Skyline in the background.
  • Name: Riley
  • Specialty: Explosives Detection/Search Enhanced Evidence K-9 (S.E.E.K.)
  • Breed: Labrador Retriever
  • Color: Black
  • Sex: Male
  • Weight: 65 pounds
  • Birthday: Nov. 25, 2023
  • Training: ATF National Canine Training Center, Front Royal, VA
  • Handler: Special Agent Canine Handler Dan Durkin
  • Location: Chicago Field Division

Riley is a Certified Explosives Canine (EDC) and is trained as a Search Enhanced Evidence K-9 (SEEK) for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).

Riley’s job is to assist ATF Special Agents, local law enforcement, and other federal agencies to detect explosives, firearms and shell casings.

Riley was raised in the “Puppies Behind Bars” program. When not working Riley enjoys playing with his K-9 brother MC (Retired ATF EDC) and Bailey.

Last Reviewed November 19, 2025