Died – 9/3/20 Handler – Deputy J. Thompson Madison County Sheriff’s Office mourning the loss of K9 Kash The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of their own with the passing of K9 partner, Kash, who faithfully served the community alongside his partner, Deputy J. Thompson. Kash’s End of Watch was on Thursday, after he was …
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K9 Baylee – Nova Scotia, Canada
Died 9/3/20 Handler – Const. Brent Bates N.S. police dog remembered for tracking murder suspects, locating missing people Baylee retired in 2018 after seven years in service with the RCMP.Condolences are being offered for former Nova Scotia RCMP police service dog, Baylee. The German shepherd worked with police for seven years before retirement in 2018. Baylee’s handler, Const. Brent Bates, …
Read More »K9 Axel – ATF – Detroit, Michigan
Died – 8/3/20 The ATF, Project K-9 Hero and working dog community are mourning the loss of one of their own, SRT K9 Axel. Axel passed away surrounded by family on August 3, 2020 after a heroic battle against cancer. He saved countless lives during his career with the ATF, and served as an ambassor for Project K-9 Hero in …
Read More »K9 Rico – Richland, Mississippi
Died 8/31/20 Handler – Det. Hamilton Today, devastation hit the Richland Police Department, the community, and Det. Hamilton’s family. K-9 Rico has been battling several medical problems and succumbed to them early this morning. K-9 Rico faithfully served the citizens of Richland, Mississippi for over six years. More information regarding K-9’s Rico service will follow.
Read More »K9 Lucky – California Highway Patrol
Died 8/31/20 It is with great sadness we inform our followers and friends that K-9 “LUCKY” has passed away. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers as this is a very difficult time for them. You will be missed K-9. “LUCKY”, but rest easy knowing we have it from here. RIP.
Read More »K9 Alimo – Barling, Arkansas
Died – 8/30/20 Handler – Officer Mayhugh The Barling Police Department is saddened to announce the death of K-9 Alamo. His handler, Officer Mayhugh, found Alamo deceased in his kennel earlier today. While it is early in the investigation, there are no initial signs of neglect or foul play. We ask that you keep Officer Mayhugh and the department in …
Read More »K9 Chester – Webb County, Texas
Died – 8/30/20 One of the most vital canine units in Laredo has died. The dog known as Chester died on Sunday, August 30th. Chester has been with the airport’s police team since 2016 and was the lone explosives detecting dog, as well as one of three currency detecting units. According to reports, Chester had been left unattended in a …
Read More »K9 Magnus – NJ TRANSIT
Handler – Officer Benjamin Zink It is with deep sadness we report the passing of NJTPD K9 Magnus. Magnus, (Latin meaning: great), joined our department in July of 2010. He faithfully served as part of an explosives detection team along with his partner, K9 Officer Benjamin Zink. Together the pair helped to protect and secure the NJ TRANSIT system and …
Read More »K9 Zulu – Darien, Connecticut
Handler – Lt. Nicholas Aranzullo Today, Darien Police Captain Jeremiah Marron announced the passing of retired Darien Police K9 Zulu Marron said, “It is with profound sadness that the Darien Police Department announces the passing of retired police K-9 “Zulu.” K-9 Zulu’s health began to rapidly deteriorate over the last week and after significant medical consultation, his handler, Lt. Nicholas …
Read More »K9 Joe Joe – Huron County, Ohio
Died 8/27/20 Handler – Deputy Josh Young Huron County Sheriff’s Office mourns passing of K9 due to ’medical condition beyond our control’ The hearts of the Huron County Sheriff’s Office and Deputy Josh Young are heavy as they mourn the passing of their beloved K9 Joe Joe. The HCSO announced 9-year-old Joe Joe was put to rest on Thursday “due …
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