Died 9/18/24
Salina K-9 killed in the line of duty
“It is with a heavy heart that the Salina Police Department announces the passing of one of our canines, K-9 Tyrann,” the SPD said in a news release.Police say “Ty” died Wednesday in an accidental fall from an elevated position. He was on duty at the time.“Ty was an active and faithful public servant, serving since February of 2021 with his handler Officer Michael Chandle,” the department said. “His loss will be felt by the department members and the community.”The SPD is working on services for Ty and will notify the public of the date, time and location.Services for Tyrann will be arranged, and the public will be notified of the location, date, and time.The department says further information will be released when appropriate.