Monthly Archives: December 2024

K9 Lucky- Tiruvallur, India

Tiruvallur district’s sniffer dog squad for a decade, was laid to rest on Monday after she died due to an ailment. The canine, who dedicated much of her life to as assisting law enforcers, was honored with rich tributes from senior officers. A 21-gun salute was given, and wreaths were placed on her coffin as a mark of respect.Lucky joined …

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K9 Loki – Washington, Illinois

Handler – Sgt. Ron Moore Washington K9 dies after medical complications The Washington Police Department is mourning after the death of its 4-year-old K9 Loki on Monday.According to a Washington police Facebook post, Loki died of medical complications while under veterinary care.Loki was a Dutch Shepherd breed born in the Netherlands and brought to Washington. He was paired with Sgt. …

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K9 Honey – Kerala, India

Kerala Police bids farewell to hero dog ‘Honey’ with full state honors Honey, the calm and loyal Labrador Retriever who served the Kerala Police for seven years, has passed away. Honey, the only police dog to win the DGP award, died at the age of eight.Honey was a member of the Rural K-9 Squad and played a vital role in …

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K9 Jett – Marion, Indiana

Died 12/13/25 1ST Handler – Det. Jim Albin 2nd Handler – Det. Allen Englert IMPD announces retired K-9 officer has died A retired IMPD K-9 officer has died.IMPD announced Sunday, Dec. 15 that retired K-9 officer Jett passed away Friday, Dec. 13. Jett served with IMPD from October 2014 to October 2023. He was paired with IMPD Det. Jim Albin …

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K9 Pungo –Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

Died 12/11/24 Handler – Officer Robert Applegarth Center Township Police Department sends condolences to Beaver Falls officer who lost K-9 partner The Center Township Police Department is sending its condolences to an officer who lost his K-9 partner.K-9 Pungo died on Dec. 11, police said.The department offered its condolences to Officer Robert Applegarth from the City of Beaver Falls Police …

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K9 Ajax – Fortworth ,Texas

1st Handler – Ofc. Abrams 2nd Handler – Ofc. Lopez The Fort Worth Police Department (FWPD) announced the passing of K9 Ajax, a German short-haired pointer who served as a single-purpose narcotic service dog.”His faithful service to the City of Fort Worth and the greater DFW area will never be forgotten,” FWPD said in a statement.Ajax joined FWPD in 2017 …

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K9 Rotar – Geauga, Ohio

Handler – Deputy Borden Geauga County K-9 Rotar dies after 11 years of service K-9 Rotar helped officers with countless narcotic arrests, searches for suspects and missing persons, and recovering critical evidence, GCSO listed.“His dedication and skill made him an invaluable asset to the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office,” GCSO stated.His four paws enforced the laws until his retirement on March …

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K9 Max – Terrell, Texas

Handler – Officer Anders Terrell Police mourn death of K-9 Officer The Terrell Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its K-9 officers after he was diagnosed with an illness the department said was not survivable.On Saturday the department asked for thoughts and prayers as K-9 Officer Max was receiving a medical evaluation at Texas A&M Veterinary Center …

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K9 Gaj – Montgomery, New York

Died – 12/6/24 Handler – Sergeant Jason Nare Montgomery Co. Sheriff’s announce the death of K9 Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office deputies are mourning the death of K9 Gaj. Gaj served the sheriff’s office for almost a decade and died on Friday, December 6.Gaj retired in 2021 alongside handler Sergeant Jason Nare and was named in honor of Deputy Gary A. …

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K9 Larz – Cottage Grove, Wisconsin

Died 12/6/24 Handler – Sergeant Koratko Cottage Grove Police Department remembers beloved retired K-9 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of retired K9 Larz. K9 Larz passed away at the age of 13 with his handler, Sergeant Anthony Koratko and his family, by his side on Friday December 6, 2024.K9 Larz joined the Cottage Grove Police …

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