Monthly Archives: November 2024

K9 Jake – Hamilton, Canada

Handler – Officer Kevin Wilson Hamilton Police dog Jake dies following ten year career Jake, a German Shepherd, was born in Czechia in March 2013. Following a year of training, Jake joined the Hamilton Police Service to work alongside handler Officer Kevin Wilson. Early in their career, Jake and Wilson worked as a general patrol K-9 Unit.According to Ned’s Wish, …

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K9 Riggs – Illinois State Police

Died 11/19/24 1st Handler – Trooper Jeremy Moyer 2nd Handler – Sgt. Ent Illinois State Police mourns loss of K9 Riggs after sudden cardiac event at age 10 An Illinois State Police K9 passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday from a cardiac event at the age of 10.K9 Riggs graduated with Canine Class 75 in the spring of 2017 with his …

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K9 Hawk – Cochise, Arizona

Died – 11/19/24 Handler – Marshal John Cody Southern Arizona deputy marshal forced to shoot, kill K-9 during attack A Tombstone deputy marshal was forced to shoot and kill his K-9 partner after the dog attacked him, according to the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office.The CCSO said it happened Tuesday around 5 a.m. on the second floor of the Tombstone Marshal’s …

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K9 Capo – Wisconsin State Police

Died – 10/18/24 Handler – Trooper McCarthy Wisconsin State Patrol K-9 who protected multiple authority figures passes away at nine years old A beloved K-9 who trained with the Wisconsin State Patrol unfortunately passed away at the age of nine on Monday,“It is with great sadness that the Wisconsin State Patrol announces the passing of K-9 Capo,” the post said.K-9 …

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K9 Goliath – Kleberg,Texas

Handler – Sgt. Jonathan Jimenez K9 Officer Goliath Remembered for Dedication and Service The Kleberg County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of K9 Officer Goliath, a dedicated member of their team. Goliath served alongside his handler, Sgt. Jonathan Jimenez, with unwavering loyalty and courage.Goliath was more than just a K9 officer; he was a partner and a protector, playing …

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K9 Kudo – Colerain, Ohio

Died – 11/17/24 Handler – Officer Brian Huntington Officers mourn death of foundational member of department’s K-9 unit A police department in Ohio is mourning the loss of a very important pillar of its community this past weekend.The Colerain Township Police Department said one of its K-9s, named Kudo, died on Sunday.The department said Kudo’s importance can’t be overstated; he …

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K9 Chance – Anderson, California

Died – 11/16/24 Handler – Sergeant Tyler Finch Anderson mourns death of heroic K-9 “Chance” The Anderson Police department is mourning one of their former K-9’s on Saturday after announcing Chance the German Shepherd had passed away.Chance had a busy career while serving the city’s police force from 2015 to 2019. Assisting in a number of operations and arrests.Most notably …

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K9 Marley – Clark, Nevada

Died – 11/14/24 CCSD police K9 dies after medical episode A Clark County School District Police Department K9 died on Thursday. He was 5 years old.The department said in a Facebook post that Marley, an American labrador retriever, died unexpectedly after being taken to a local animal hospital for medical attention. The K9 joined the department in 2020. “Marley will …

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K9 Ace – Oroville, California

Handler – Sergeant Soukhaseum Oroville PD remembers late K9 Ace With heavy hearts, the Oroville Police Department K9 Unit mourns the passing of our beloved K9, Ace. Ace joined our team in February 2022, forming a powerful bond with his handler, Sergeant Soukhaseum. More than just a K9, Ace was a steadfast partner, and a fierce protector.Throughout his time with …

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K9 Titan – Coweta, Georgia

Died 11/13/24 Suspect, Coweta K-9 killed in pursuit that ended in gunfire; deputy wounded A police K-9 was killed in a shootout near Atlanta that also left the suspect dead and a deputy injured.The shooting happened Wednesday night following a multi-county car chase through metro Atlanta, according to the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office.The Georgia Bureau of Investigation identified the suspect …

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