Monthly Archives: January 2021

K9 Rocky – Shelby County, Alabama

Died 1/21/21 Handler – Deputy Dempsey Much has been said about the bond between a man and his dog. That bond goes to a whole new level, though, when you talk about a law enforcement officer and his K9 partner. The term “man’s best friend” is too clichéd to even begin to touch the depth of this bond. When Dep. …

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K-9 Loco – Canton

Today we said goodbye to K-9 Loco (Retired) #53. He was an active, energetic retired K-9. One we enjoyed seeing every year at water training. Loco was special. He was the first Belgian Malinois at Canton PD. Something that turned the tide of what is capable in Police K9’s. Loco, your career, service, and memory will not be forgotten. Go …

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K9 Lopez – Westfield, Indiana

Died 1/26/21 Handler – Sgt. Jeff Swiatkowski It’s with heavy heart that we make the announcement of our beloved retired Westfield Police K9 Lopez’s passing on 1/26/2021. Lopez was loyal and dedicated servant to the Westfield Police Department and the City of Westfield from 2011 to 2019. After retirement, Lopez lived with his handler, Sgt. Jeff Swiatkowski, as a family …

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K9 Zorza – Hinesville, Georgia

Died – 1/26/21 Handler – Cpl. Jerry Britting Hinesville Police Department puts down K9 Zorza Local law enforcement members from Liberty County and Hinesville met Tuesday for a memorial service honoring a beloved K9. Zorza, who served the Hinesville Police Department for many years, was put down on Jan. 26 after suffering hip dysplasia and related infections. It was a …

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K9 Narco – Muskingum County, Ohio

Died 1/26/21 Sadly, Muskingum County S.O. (Ohio) lost one of their K9s this past week. At the young age of 5, K9 Narco was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor and is no longer with us. K9 Narco lived and trained constantly for putting bad guys in jail and keeping his handler safe. He’ll be next to impossible to replace! …

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K9 Ryker – Farmington, Connecticut

Died – 1/25/21 Handler – Officer Kyle Mortensen The Connecticut Police Work Dog Association is sad to announce the passing of Retired K9 Ryker on 1/25/21 due to brain cancer. K9 Ryker served with the Farmington Police Department with his handler, Officer Kyle Mortensen. K9 Ryker was certified in Patrol & Narcotics and became Lifetime Members of the C.P.W.D.A. joining …

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K9 Vax – Hamilton County, Ohio

Handler – Corporal Dan Bemerer We are sad to announce the passing of one of our beloved Canine, Vax. He served the people of Hamilton County with his handler, Corporal Dan Bemerer, for over 7 years. Vax conducted approximately 200 deployments with 50 apprehensions. We will miss him dearly.

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K9 Hutch – Beaumont, Texas

Died – 1/24/21 Handler – Officer Revia Beaumont Police mourn death of K9 ‘Hutch’ “It is with great sadness that the Beaumont Police Department reports that K9 Hutch passed away on January 24, 2021. Hutch became suddenly ill and was rushed to the hospital where he passed away in the early morning hours with his handler and family by his …

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K9 Rex – Kosciusko County, Indiana

Died 1/23/21 1st Handler – Deputy Jeff Howie 2nd Handler – Sgt. Travis Shively With heavy hearts, we announce that retired K9 Rex will be laid to rest at the Lake City Animal Clinic following the discovery of an abdominal tumor. Rex joined the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office in 2008 and was partnered with Deputy Jeff Howie until 2010. For …

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K9 Sharkie – Lancashire, England

Died 1/22/21 Phenomenal Lancashire Police Dog Sharkie has passed away Lancashire Police Dog Unit notified the community today (Friday, 22 January) about the passing of much-loved police dog RPD Sharkie. The tweet read: “It is with great sadness we announce that RPD Sharkie has passed away this morning. “Sharkie was a phenomenal Police Dog as anyone who had the pleasure …

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