K9 Memorials

Handler – Kyle Vincent Fairmount police dog dies in partner’s vehicle; officer resigns A police dog has died in the back of partner’s patrol car, and the officer has resigned.On Sept. 10, Fairmount Police Department K-9 Zeusz died in the back of Officer Kyle Vincent’s patrol car, Zeusz’s partner.According to a news release issued Thursday, Vincent was placed on administrative …

Died 9/22/23 Handler – Officer Alex Bowman Rock Island K-9 officer passed after surgery complications It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of our K-9 Sparky Jackson. Sparky underwent a medical procedure last week, however he experienced serious complications afterward and his health declined significantly. Sparky passed away on Friday, September 22nd.A four year-old Belgian …

Handler – Cpl. Cody David EBR Sheriff’s Office honors K-9 who passed after illness The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office is remembering a member of its K-9 team who passed away earlier this month. “Kane” was a 7-year-old German Shepherd wo served for four years with the department. Kane and his partner, Cpl. Cody David, were involved during that time …

Died – 9/22/23 Handlers – Sergeant Joe Shields & Deputy Dave Zecca Retired Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office K9 dies According to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, Brodie, a retired K9 with the office, died Friday evening. Brodie was 12 years old. Deputies say Brodie started his career 10 years ago in 2013 after being selected for the Sheriff’s K9 school …

Died 9/22/23 Recently retired Knox County K-9 dies A recently retired Knox Co. K-9 died.K-9 CID died Friday after a battle with cancer, according to Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler.“CID specialized in explosives- he was an exceptional EOD dog and made his rounds, ensuring everyone was safe at large-scale events,” Spangler said. “CID spent lots of time doing demos for …

Died – 9/22/23 Handler – Deputy Jennifer Ressett Grant County police dog dies of epilepsy K9 Hutch, a police dog with the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, died of Epilepsy Friday afternoon.K9 Hutch’s handler, Reserve Deputy Jennifer Ressett, wrote a tribute via Facebook.“Tonight at 4:45 pm, K9 Hutch succumbed to his epilepsy that he was diagnosed with in December 2022. He …

Died – 9/22/23 Handler – Deputy Lopez Retired Adams County K-9 dies from cancer The Adams County Sheriff’s Office said goodbye to a retired K-9 deputy who died of cancer Friday.The K-9, Nacho, joined the ACSO Patrol Division in 2017 and was trained for narcotics detection and patrol apprehension. On June 16, 2018, Nacho and his handler, Deputy Lopez, along …

Police pay tribute to the dog who helped keep the public safe North Yorkshire Police is today paying tribute to retired Police Dog Teal who has passed away aged 12 ½. Teal served with North Yorkshire Police between 2013 -2018 and was trained to search for drugs, cash and weapons. During her time with the force Teal travelled to all …

Died 9/19/23 Handler – Officer Nicholas Vozzella Newberry Township Police K9 ‘unexpectedly’ dies, police say The Newberry Township Police male K9 Zar did not die on the job but did pass away unexpectedly, police said. Newberry Township Police state Zar was at home with his handler on Tuesday when an object got stuck in his throat, restricting his breathing.Police said …

K9 Sniffer Dog Blake That Helped In Genting Highlands Search & Rescue Operation Dies Of Lymphoma In Dec 2022, the hearts of dog lovers everywhere broke upon seeing the image of Blake emerging from the site of the Genting Highlands landslide, looking tired and covered in mud.It was later reported that the K9 sniffer dog had passed out from exhaustion …