K9 Memorials

Died – 12/10/21 Handler – Officer Steve Alexander  Lancaster Police honor K-9 with procession  Lancaster city police officers paid tribute to the K-9 dog Axel on Friday, who died last week after veterinary professionals found an inoperable tumor at his spine. Axel received a full procession given to any officer who dies while still on active duty, according to Lt. …

Handler – Trooper First Class Donald Stankosky Retired CT state police K-9 dies at 14 Connecticut State Police on Thursday announced the death of one of the agency’s retired canines. Captain retired from the state police ranks in 2017 after nine years with handler Trooper First Class Donald Stankosky, who is now retired. Captain was 14 when he died. He …

Died – 12/8/21 Handler – Deputy Gibson  Delaware County Sheriff’s K9 passes away after recent cancer diagnosis The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of K9 Cash. The sheriff’s office said the Belgian Malinois was recently diagnosed with cancer and passed away on Wednesday. “We are heartbroken. Finding the words are difficult, but showing his loyalty and bravery …

Died 12/8/21 Handler – Officer Reginald Larson Blaine’s new K-9 dies suddenly due to illness The Blaine Police Department’s newest K-9 Tyrone died suddenly on the evening of Dec. 8 from a blood infection caused by an unknown illness. Tyrone was a Belgian Malinois born Feb. 20, 2020. Tyrone officially started with the department after his predecessor, K-9 Rex, retired …

Handler – Cpl. Charlie Bergeron  Retired Rhode Island State Police K-9 Officer Zeus dies K-9 Officer Zeus, who served for the Rhode Island State Police, has died. State police made an announcement on social media Tuesday morning. “We are saddened to share news of the recent passing of K-9 Zeus, a search and rescue/cadaver trained Lab/Keeshond mix who served as …

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K9 Gizmo EOW: 12-3-2021 The Phoenix Police Department and Meintel family are mourning the loss of one of their own, Retired K9 Gizmo. Gizmo passed away peacefully this evening at home surrounded by his family and those who loved him most.K9 Gizmo selflessly served with the Phoenix Police Department from March 2013 to March 2018 as a member of the …

Died – 12/2/21 Handler – Cpl. Mark Dexter  Converse County Residents Mourn Loss Of Beloved K-9 Officer Trigger There wasn’t a dry eye in the crowd Thursday when Converse County Sheriff’s K-9 Officer Trigger received his final call. Residents from across the county, including dozens of children, stood with law enforcement officers as deputies carried the canine’s flag-draped casket out …

New Castle County announces death of police K9 New Castle County Police said one of their active K9 units has died of natural causes. According to police, K9 Prezzi joined the county police force in May of 2017 and was teamed with Master Corporal Richard Blackston. The dog was a 6-year-old Belgian Malinois and German Shepard mix. Police say during …

Died 12/1/21  Nez Perce police K9 Aika passes away Today was a sad day for us. Our beloved K9 Aika (retired) passed over the rainbow bridge. Aika was 14 years young, had arthritis, and had recently been diagnosed with cancer. Aika passed away with her lifelong partner/handler by her side. K9 Aika started her career with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s …