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Handler – Senior Constable Brendon Dellow
Death of Police Dog Arkie
It is with great sadness that we advise of the recent passing of Police Dog (PD) Arkie, who passed away due to unforeseen medical circumstances on Sunday, April 26. PD Arkie was sworn into the Service on July 7, 2013, and commenced operational duties in the Maryborough Patrol Group with handler Senior Constable Brendon Dellow from the Maryborough Dog Squad. PD Arkie has been involved in numerous jobs in the Maryborough Patrol Group, and countless successful tracks and apprehensions. One of his most memorable jobs include tracking and locating an armed offender which resulted in a four hour stand-off with police. After two failed taser deployments, the armed offender ran 30 meters from the scene and was apprehended by PD Arkie and another police dog. Both dogs held the violent offender until their respective handlers could get there. PD Arkie and Senior Constable Dellow were both recognized for their efforts during this incident and were awarded the Assistant Commissioner’s Certificate. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the presentation was postponed and PD Arkie sadly passed away before his efforts could be formally recognized. The loss of a PD is devastating, not only for the entire Service, but especially for the handler who works and lives with their canine partner. Police Dogs are part of our handlers’ families, they interact with the household, enjoy the love showered upon them and give it back unconditionally. The bond between a PD and their handler can be described as unbreakable as they promise to keep one another safe. While PD Arkie was off duty, he loved his 6am ball throwing sessions. Senior Constable Dellow said that wherever he went, Arkie was nearby with a tennis ball in his mouth ready for it to be thrown.“He just loved being with my family and I and relaxing out on the veranda,” Senior Constable Dellow said. “He was a hard working, street-wise police dog with a very, very strong work ethic. “Nothing seemed to phase him and you knew whatever situation you might find yourself in, he would be with you by your side.” Senior Constable Dellow said he has received many messages of support from members of the public. “I have read all of the messages posted about Arkie and I am appreciative of and humbled by everyone’s outpouring of support, thank you,” Senior Constable Dellow said. PD Arkie, you will never be forgotten, and we send all of our love to Senior Constable Dellow and his family at this time. The Queensland Police Service takes the safety and wellbeing of all police dogs very seriously and treats them as valued members of the police family. PD Arkie, with honor you served, and it was our honor to serve with you.
