K9 Memorials

Handler – Sgt. Jonathan Presson Union County Sheriff’s Office Mourns the Loss of Veteran K-9 Atos Union County is bidding a tearful farewell to one of its most respected and dedicated public servants. K-9 Atos, a highly trained police dog, who served the Union County Sheriff’s Office for nearly 12 years, has passed away. Not just an officer, but a …

Second Pittsburgh K-9 Officer dies in less than a week Handler – Officer Clint Thimons Just a few days after the unexpected passing of an active K-9 officer, the Pittsburgh Police K-9 Unit is mourning the loss of a retired dog. 12-year-old Officer Lapis recently passed away.Lapis was a Narcotics Detection K-9 who worked with the K-9 Unit from May …

Died – 12/31/23 Handler – Officer Jon Kay Fountain Police Department says goodbye to K9 Pheonix The Fountain Police Department (FPD) announced the passing of retired K9 Phoenix on Sunday, Dec. 31.Phenix served with FPD from 2018 to 2020. “He served with honor and distinction, contributing significantly to the safety and well-being of the community,” wrote FPD in a social …

Handler – Sergeant Moore Oak Ridge police mourning loss of K-9 It is with heavy hearts that the Alcoa Police Department announces the passing of K9 Iza (retired).K9 Iza, a German Shepherd, served as a dual purpose police K9 from April 2020 until August 2023, when she was forced into early retirement due to cancer. K9 Iza was partnered with …

Died 12/28/23 Handler – Officer Quick Syracuse Police Department announces loss of two K9 officers on same day The Syracuse Police Department announced that two of its retired K9s Nik and Jack have passed away.Both dogs passed away on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023.The department posted the news to X, saying “Our courageous four legged Officers will be missed greatly.”Syracuse Police …

Died 12/28/23 Handler – Sergeant Joe Szakacs Syracuse Police Department announces loss of two K9 officers on same day The Syracuse Police Department announced that two of its retired K9s Nik and Jack have passed away.Both dogs passed away on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023.The department posted the news to X, saying “Our courageous four legged Officers will be missed greatly.”Syracuse …

Handler – Officer Clint Thimons Pittsburgh Police K9 Unit Mourns Loss of K9 Hans The Pittsburgh Police K9 Unit is mourning the loss of K9 Hans, a 4-year-old Patrol/Explosive Detection dog, who passed away unexpectedly.K9 Hans joined the K9 Unit in November 2021, attending the Pittsburgh Police K9 school. He and his handler, Officer Clint Thimons, graduated from the K9 …

Handler – Sergeant Jason Rodriguez Bluffton Police Department mourns loss of beloved K-9 Hunden The Bluffton Police Department announced Wednesday the death of K-9 Hunden. Hunden was born in June 2015 and began working with the police department in 2017.”Hunden, alongside handler, Sgt. Jason Rodriguez dedicated himself to the Bluffton Police Department, leaving an indelible mark on our community,” the …

Died 12/26/23 Handler – Officer Sean Doyle Rapid City Police Department says goodbye as retired K9 is laid to rest On the day after Christmas, the Rapid City Police Department bid a heartfelt farewell to retired K9 Stryker, who peacefully passed. Born on April 4, 2010, Stryker was nearly 14 years.Stryker enjoyed an long career with the Rapid City Police …

Died – 12/26/23 Handler – Sergeant Michael DeLuca Community Mourns Passing Of Monmouth County K9 The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of their own. Their K9 officer named Leo has died at the age of 7. “It is with the heaviest of hearts that the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office announces the passing of K9 Leo, …