Monthly Archives: August 2024

Officer Goos – West Michigan

Handler – Deputy Stariha West Michigan sheriff’s office announces death of K-9 It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of K9 Goos. Goos passed away early this morning due to medical complications. K9 Goos and his partner, Deputy Stariha have been together since August of 2021. Goos will be greatly missed by Deputy Stariha, his family, members …

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K9 Leo – Vale, Australia

Died 8/21/24 Handler – Sergeant Steve Lindsey Vale retired Police Dog Leo passes away Retired Police Dog (PD) Leo has sadly passed away on August 21, aged ten and a half, after serving eight years as a much loved and respected member of the Queensland Police Service.PD Leo was a fearless worker during his time as a serving Police Dog, …

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K9 Spyder – Collier, Florida

Handler – Cpl. Ramos Retired Collier County K-9 unit passes away The Collier County Sheriff’s Office somberly reported the passing of retired K-9 unit Spyder.According to deputies, Spyder was 11 years old, and he died while in the care of his handler family by his side on Tuesday.He worked alongside our Vice and Narcotics Bureau and Patrol as a dual-purpose …

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K9 Camo – Manchester, Connecticut

Handler – Officer Joshua Eastwood Manchester Police K9 Passes away It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of retired Police K9 Camo. K9 Camo joined the Manchester Police Department in 2013, proudly serving alongside his dedicated partner, Officer Joshua Eastwood. Together, they were a formidable team, working tirelessly to protect and serve our community …

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K9 Achilles – Mentor, Ohio

Died 8/18/24 Handler – Officer Terry Wurgler Mentor Police Department K-9 suddenly passes away The Mentor Police Department has announced the passing of a K-9 officer after a sudden medical emergency. According to a press release from the Mentor Police Department, K-9 Officer Achilles died on August 18. Achilles served with the Mentor Police Department since April of 2019 alongside …

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K9 Enzo – Sebastian, Arkansas

Died 8/17/24 Handler – Corporal Decker Sebastian Co. K9 Enzo passes after 11-year career Enzo, a former K9 officer for the Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO), passed away peacefully at home on Aug. 17 after an 11 year-long-career. Born on April 3, 2009, Enzo began his career with Corporal Decker in April 2011, according to a Facebook post by SCSO. …

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K9 Roto – Visalla, California

Handler – Officer Billy Hanson Visalia PD retired K-9 passes away The Visalia Police Department announced with heavy hearts the passing of retired police K9 Roto.Officials described Roto, a Dutch Shepherd, as dedicated, loyal, and a tremendous asset to the department.Officers say Roto loyally served for about five years – alongside Officer Billy Hansen from 2018 to 2022.Upon retirement, officials …

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K9 Rush – Lebanon, Tennessee

Handler – Officer Bryan The Lebanon Police Department (LPD) is mourning the loss of beloved K9 Rush.Rush served as a narcotics K9 for the LPD from 2013 to 2019 alongside his handler K9 Officer Bryan.After Rush retired, the LPD said he enjoyed a fulfilling life filled with love and many treats from his family.“Our thoughts and prayers are with the …

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K9 Kota – Takoma, Maryland

Handler – Officer Black Handler – Lt. Muzzatti Rest easy, good boy’: Takoma Park K-9 officer passes away In a post on Thursday morning, officials said that a Takoma Park K-9 officer passed away.The Takoma Park Police Department said that 12-year-old K-9 Kota had passed away. He served the community from 2015 until 2021, during which time he had two …

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K9 Sara – Venjarammoodu, India

Died – 8/14/24 Handler – Dhanesh Handler – Manoj Tracker Sara’s death a huge loss for dog squad Sara, the tracker of the Venjarammoodu dog squad, who found the crucial evidence that led to the arrest of the accused in the Ayirooppara Radhakrishnan murder case in Pothencode, passed away on Wednesday.The eight-year-old German Shepherd died of kidney disease. Sara, born …

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