A LOYAL and hardworking member of the police who has worked tirelessly to keep communities in North Wales and Cheshire safe has retired.

Thor, a stalwart of the Cheshire and North Wales Police dog unit, will spend his retirement with his handler and family.

Yesterday, the unit tweeted: "Tonight is PD Thor’s last shift before a well deserved retirement.

"Thor has been a loyal, hardworking PD and has kept our communities safe. He will be a huge loss to the section. Thor will enjoy retirement with his handler and family.

"Thank you for your service Thor."