Tag Archives: CA

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 – 7/24/18 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 …

Died – 7/13/15 Beverly Hills retired K-9 named Jinx dies after losing fight to Cushing’s disease A Beverly Hills retired K-9 named Jinx died after battling Cushing’s disease, the police department said. The black lab served as a narcotics detection dog from 2009 until 2014. The department said he was the only dog assigned to the entire field division of …

Retired Police K9 Mourned by Beverly Hills P.D. A retired Beverly Hills police dog who assisted in the seizure of more than $1 million in drug money over his career was remembered fondly by his department Wednesday after his death earlier this week. Merlin, who was 16 years and 9 months old, was the longest-living Beverly Hills Police Department K-9, …

Died 6/1/18 Folsom PD K-9 dies after at least a dozen tumors discovered A Folsom Police Department K-9, who was a seven-year veteran on the force, passed away June 1 after doctors discovered at least a dozen tumors inside his abdominal area, officials said. The police department shared a heartfelt message about Ramon’s passing on Tuesday, which read in part: …

Died – 4/17/18 Handler – Officer Lombardo Former Citrus Heights police K-9 dies A former Citrus Heights police K-9 passed away Tuesday night, the department posted. “Bruno kept many of our officers safe during the years, aided in numerous arrests throughout the region, and provided outstanding service to our community,” Chief Ronald Lawrence said.

Died – 4/4/18 Handler – Officer Damon Allen Bosco the Hero Police Dog Euthanized Due to Medical Condition A loyal and beloved Southern California police dog whose heroics and determination helped bring a five-hour standoff to an end earlier this year has been euthanized. Orange Police Department K9 Bosco was euthanized due to a medical condition discovered Wednesday, the department …

Died – 3/30/18 Handler – Officer Bruce San Ramon Officers Mourn Beloved Police Dog The San Ramon Police Department was mourning Friday after a beloved police dog died following an injury last year. Officials said K9 Bongo was forced into retirement in February 2017 after a back injury. “Since then, he has been enjoying retirement and living comfortably with Officer …

Died – 3/26/18 Handler – Officer Pope Arcata Police Dept. says goodbye to retired K9 The Arcata Police Department (APD) announced that one of its retired police dogs, Bronco, has passed away. The department took to Facebook Monday morning to express their TK for K9 Bronco. “It is with a heavy heart we say goodbye to retired K-9 Bronco. Bronco …

Died 3/23/13 Handler – Officer Chancellor Chula Vista Police Officer Mourns His K-9 Partner and ‘Best Friend’ “It is hard to overstate the bond that a K-9 and his handler have when working long hours in dangerous situations. CVPD’s law enforcement family extends deepest sympathies to his partner officer,” the department stated, according to KSWB. Griffen worked alongside his handler …