Handler – Officer Liz Rice
K-9 Rambo dies due to cancer in Asheville
Today, we are saddened by the loss of K-9 Rambo, who passed away. Rambo was a 7-year-old German Shepherd who had actively served with APD since 2018. Rambo and Senior Police Officer Liz Rice have been partners since 2018. Sadly, Rambo was recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer that ended his life prematurely.During his exceptional career with the APD, Rambo assisted with innumerable weapons, explosives sweeps for area schools, dignitary visits, and any other instance where his skills could be counted upon. His primary job was to detect explosive device odors. He was also trained to track suspects and missing persons. Rambo was also certified through the United States Police Canine Association and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms. Our community is undoubtedly safer due to Rambo’s dedication to the mission, and we will miss him greatly. K-9 “Rambo” – R.I.P.