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Handler – Corporal Bireley Berlin Police Department announces death of retired police K-9 Luke: A look at his career The Berlin Police Department has announced the recent passing of retired K-9 Luke. The police dog, who had a fruitful career, faithfully served the small town of Berlin, Maryland, and surrounding communities from 2012-2023. K-9 Luke was the partner of Retired …

Handler – Sergeant Peters K-9 Budo, was enjoying retirement when he passed away. K-9 Budo joined the PGPD in 2012 and served with his partner Sgt. Peters. He was almost 13 years old when he died. K-9 Budo assisted with the apprehension of criminals and recovering evidence while assuring citizens in the county were safe. In the Facebook posts, the …

K-9 Stony was enjoying retirement when he passed away.K-9 Stony joined the force in 2013 and served with his partner Cpl. McKinnis, who was with the Special Operations Division Canine Section. He was 12 years old.The department said during their time with the team, K-9 Stony assisted with the apprehension of criminals and recovering evidence while assuring citizens in the …

Died – 6/6/24 Handler – Sgt. April Sharpeta Maryland Officials Mourn the Loss of Beloved NRP K-9 Badger On June 6, the Maryland Natural Resources Police bid farewell to K9 Badger, a distinguished member of their team known for his spirited “Honey Badger” personality. Partnered with Sgt. April Sharpeta, K9 Badger served the force with distinction since joining in 2013, …

Died 6/13/24 Handler – Lt. S. Casey Baltimore County Police Department announces passing of retired K9 Rock K9 Rock faithfully served the department and the residents of Baltimore County from 2013 to 2018, when he retired.Rock was dual certified in patrol and narcotics detection.He passed peacefully with his handler Lt. S. Casey and other family members by his side.

Died 3/12/24 Handler – Sgt. S. Roesler Baltimore County Police Department announces passing of retired K9 Chuck The Baltimore County Police Department has announced the loss of one of its retired K9 members.K9 Chuck faithfully served the department and the residents of Baltimore County from 2013 to 2018.Chuck passed away on March 12, 2024.“Our thoughts and prayers are with his …

Died 2/12/24 1st Handler – Officer David Chanthavong Handler – Cpl. Hodges Prince George’s County K9 Officer Dies Unexpectedly, Had ‘Strong Spirit And Desire To Serve’ A beloved K9 officer who had a successful five-year career with a Prince George’s County police department has died unexpectedly at a young age.Knox, a six-year-old Belgian Malinois, gave his “final tail wag” at …

Died – 1/28/24 Handler – Officer C. Strevig Baltimore County Police Department Announces Passing of Beloved K9 Chief The Baltimore County Police Department shared the sad news of the unexpected passing of K9 Chief, a dedicated member of the force for eight years. K9 Chief was known for his loyalty and commitment to serving and protecting the residents of Baltimore …

Died 10/10/23 Baltimore County Police Department announces passing of retired K9 Wiley The Baltimore County Police Department has announced the loss of a K9 member.The department has announced the passing of retired K9 Wiley.K9 Wiley was the long-time partner of Corporal J. List. He began training with the Baltimore County Police K9 Unit in September 2010.Wiley was certified in patrol …

Died 7/29/23 Wicomico K-9 Dies in Hot Car, Deputy Under Investigation Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis tells WBOC a K-9 named Roxy died in late July after her Deputy handler left her in a patrol car. Lewis says on Saturday, July 29, the Deputy was throwing a child’s birthday party at his home in Sharptown. Lewis says the dog was …