K9 Memorials

S. Korea police to honor dog killed in line of duty by snake A Long serving South Korean police dog killed in the line of duty by a snake will be honored with a rare ceremony next month in a country where a million of his fellow canines are estimated to be eaten every year. Larry, a 7-year-old German shepherd, …

Died 7/30/18 Police K-9 Killed, Suspect Injured An Arkansas State Police K-9 and the suspect he was in pursuit of both died in a shootout in Mississippi County Monday night. At approximately 6:57 p.m., trooper patrolling Interstate 55 in Mississippi County near the 56 mile marker encountered a vehicle that had earlier been identified as being pursued by Missouri law …

Died – 7/29/18 Handler – Deputy First Class Pat Hoder Canine officer dies after heat equipment malfunction A canine officer with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office has died after an air conditioning unit failed. According to a press release, a series of unforeseen events involving technical issues with a patrol vehicle led to the tragedy. Canine Midas was inside his …

Died – 7/28/18 Handler – Officer D. Hurt Columbia police dog dies from heat-related injury A K-9 working with the Columbia Police Department died Saturday from what is being called a “heat-related work injury.” CPD announced on Saturday “the sudden loss of a beloved K-9.” A spokesperson for CPD said the announcement came with “tremendous sadness.” The K-9 office went …

Died 7/28/18 Handler – Office Fulmer WW POLICE DOG TAKES ONE LAST RIDE BEFORE HE PASSES FROM HEALTH ISSUES Police dogs are not just one of the most effective tools every used by law enforcement, they are part of the police family. Not just with their handlers with whom they live, but they build bonds with all officers with their …

Died – 7/27/18 Handler – Officer Justin Stuppy ‘Loving and hardworking’ Whitewater Police Department K-9 officer died Friday A Whitewater Police Department K-9 officier died Friday, according to a news release from officials. K-9 officer Ruso had developed a kidney issue and underwent surgery earlier this week. Officials said it was determined that his kidneys were not performing as expected …

Died 7/27/18 Handler – Officer Katie Beebe Retired Fontana police dog responsible for recovering millions in narcotics money dies Katie Beebe had a feeling Reno would be a hard-working police dog. About a decade ago, the K9 was one of several brought to Riverside from Holland to be used by police agencies. No older than 3 at the time, Reno’s …

Died – 7/27/18 Handler – Constable Fahraad Ishmael Suspect kills police dog by throwing under moving truck A Pietermaritzburg police dog handler was “very traumatised” on Friday after a suspect he and colleagues were apprehending grabbed his dog and threw him in front of a passing truck, killing him. “The handler has been getting counselling,” Lieutenant-Colonel Brian Oberholzer, commander of …

Police dog Rambo passes away A North Yorkshire police dog has passed away. PD Rambo joined the force in 2009, before retiring in 2015 to enjoy his well-earned rest with his family. As part of the police, he was a General Purpose and Firearms Support Dog. He is said to have died “without warning”. His handler has written on Twitter:“Rest …

Died – 7/24/18 Retired K-9 officer receives last salute A retired California K-9 was saluted by his comrades as he took his last breaths on Tuesday. Karo was a sweet dog that was known for his wicked leg bites. As Sutter County K-9 Karo was euthanized, a law enforcement radio was playing in the background. Continuing a tradition at police …