K9 Memorials

Died – 6/28/16 Handler – Officer Mike Parcells Assault suspect and police K-9 killed in Long Beach officer-involved shooting An assault suspect and a police dog were both killed in a shooting Tuesday morning as Long Beach officers attempted to take the wanted man into custody, officials said. The 4-year-old Belgian Malinois named Credo was taken to a veterinary hospital, …

Died 6/28/16 Today my heart is heavy for my brothers James Evatt and Mark Devine. Last night at approximately 0200, MWD Jany (N544) was laid to rest. Jany, aka Jan-Jan/Jany poo, the best Dutchie out there, was the back to back Lackland K9 Comp Champ. As one of the oldest dogs in the kennels, you would out work the youngest …

Handler – Russ Beckley Jr.

Died – 6/27/16 Another great one, retired MWD IIndy (H103), is gone, but will never be forgotten. He became sick a few days ago, and today the decision was made that it was best for him to let him go. It was a decision that broke my heart to make. He was a great dog!! I will miss him!

Died – 6/27/16 Handler – Deputy Andrew Krout Fountain County K9 officer dies after manhunt The Fountain County Sheriff’s Department’s K9, Tyson, died Monday from injuries sustained in the line of duty. Over the weekend, Tyson was called out to assist multiple agencies in the search and eventual arrest of three males who robbed Walgreens at gun point in Danville, …

Died – 6/26/16 Handler – Officer Boudreaux Beaumont Police K9 dies The Beaumont Police Department reports that it has lost one of its K9 officers. “Nicky,” who was seven years-old and had been with the Beaumont Police Department for more than three years, died quietly at his home early Sunday morning according to a release from the Beaumont Police Department. …

Died 6/24/16 Handler – Officer Michael Spitaleri Clearwater Sgt. writes emotional letter to K9 he had to put down Having to put down your dog is never an easy decision or task. Michael Spitaleri, K9 Sergeant in Clearwater, had to put down his retired K9, Major, on Friday. Major had served the city of Clearwater for six years, according to …

Handler – Pool Retired Metro East K9 officer to be laid to rest Friday A retired Metro East K9 officer will be laid to rest Friday afternoon. Jac was born on August 17, 2001 and worked his first shift for the Pontoon Beach Police Department in 2003, where he was handled by Officer Pool. After retiring in 2009, Jac lived …

Died – 6/23/16 Handler – Police Chief Eric Pratt Salina Police Say Goodbye To Their Very First K-9 Officer Summit County Sheriff’s deputies and officers with the Salina Police Department are mourning the loss of their very first K-9 officer who passed away Thursday afternoon. K-9 Officer Thomas passed away at him home, two years after retiring. Thomas started his …

Died 6/22/16 Handler – Deputy Jon Watson It’s been a tough few days for two Sonoma County (CA) law enforcement agencies; each lost an integral part of their team. Sebastopol Police Department K-9 Frank and Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Koogan both died this week. Frank, a German shepherd, garnered massive public attention as he battled two bouts of lymphoma.He …