K9 Memorials

Handler – Trooper J. Campbell Virginia State Police K9 dies of smoke inhalation A Virginia State Police K9 died after suffering “severe smoke inhalation.” K9 Odin’s handler stopped at the Virginia State Police Area Office in Buckingham County while on patrol, and Odin stayed in his crate. A fire started inside the vehicle, and K9 Odin suffered “severe smoke inhalation”. …

Handler – Trooper Jack Doherty Massachusetts State Police mourn death of K-9 Duke “With deep sadness, we announce the recent passing of Massachusetts State Police K9 Duke. Duke was the partner of Trooper Jack Doherty since August 2014 and was certified in patrol and narcotics detection. Duke retired in 2021 and passed away last month, one month shy of his …

Officer K-9 Drago was killed during the line of duty, along with 3 other brave officers, while responding to a shooting in Allen, KY. Drago’s end of watch was 6/30. He will always be remembered and loved by family, friends, and the citizens of Eastern KY. We will forever honor his bravery and sacrifice. Fly high, good boy.

Died 6/29/22 California K9 ‘Max’ laid to rest in Kansas A police dog from California with seven years of experience in law enforcement was laid to rest in Russell, Kansas. Max. (Photo Courtesy/Russell Police Department)The Russell Police Department and the Russell County Sheriff’s Office had the “distinct honor” of escorting the retired K9 known as Max for his last ride …

Died – 6/29/22 Handler – Officer Layton Cooper Handler – Prescott Valley Police’s heroic retired K9, Jake, dies at 13

Died – 6/28/22 Handler – Officer Kevin Erskine K9 Cannon died after showing signs of heatstroke while participating in a training exercise at 1500 Raymond Avenue in Fullerton with Officer Kevin Erskine. He was transported to the local Emergency Animal Hospital, where he succumbed to heatstroke that evening. K9 Cannon had served with the Fountain Valley Police Department for three …

Died – 6/27/22 Phoenix Police K9 Officer ‘Murphy’ passes away after nearly a decade of service The Phoenix Police Department says Murphy served residents of Phoenix for nearly 8 years before retiring. He was battling an “advanced medical condition” the department says, and he passed away on June 27.”Our hearts go out to his handler, Andrew, and his family,” the …

Died – 6/25/22 Handler – Agent Gen Murofushi Chula Vista police K-9 dog dies at age 4 The Chula Vista Police Department is remembering their “brave and loving” K-9 dog named Ranger who died unexpectedly Saturday at the age of four, authorities said. Ranger’s handler, police agent Gen Murofushi, said the Belgian Malinois loved doing his job.“He was the happiest …

Coconino County Sheriff’s Office Announces The Passing Of Retired K-9 “Kiko” The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office announced that a retired K-9, “Kiko” passed away recently. Kiko was an eight year veteran of the Coconino County Sheriff’s office from 2008 until 2016, which is when his handler Deputy Rick Shouse retired as well. Kiko continued to live out his retirement with …

Died – 6/23/22 Handler – , Officer James Prisock K-9 Shot, Killed While Tracking Suspect Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell confirmed this morning that K9 officer Exo was killed in the line of duty Thursday.Exo and his handler, Officer James Prisock, were tracking a suspect wanted by Jackson County Sheriff’s Department when the suspect turned and fired on the officers, …