Tag Archives: NY

K9 Jarno – Syracuse, New York

Died 3/8/24 Handler – Deputy Chief Julie Shulsky Syracuse Police mourns loss of retired K9 Jarno after six years of service The Syracuse Police Department announced Thursday the passing of retired Syracuse Police K9 Jarno.K9 Jarno passed away on Friday, March 8, five years after he retired from the force.He joined the department in March 2013 and was assigned the …

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K9 Taz – Niagara, New York

Died 3/4/24 Handlers – Deputy Craig Beiter and Lt. James Hildreth Retired Niagara County Sheriff’s Office K9 passes away We are saddened to announce the passing of retired NCSO Canine Taz (12/14/2010-3/4/2024)Canine Taz was a German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix that was born in Hungary, and joined NCSO in February 2012. He served with two handlers during his time with us, …

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K9 Justus – Orange, New York

Handler – First Sergeant Jeremy Yela Orange County Sheriff announces in-service death of K-9 Orange County Sheriff Paul Arteta announced the in-service death of K-9 Justus, a German Shepherd, who passed away as a result of medical complications at the age of 10. Justus was actively working at the time of his death and was handled by First Sergeant Jeremy …

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K9 Karma – Saratoga, New York

Handler – Deputy Robert Whipple Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of beloved K-9 The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office is mourning Karma, a 14-year-old Belgian Malinois. She joined the agency in 2011 and was trained and certified as a patrol-tracking and narcotic detection canine.She worked with Deputy Robert Whipple and retired from her service to the agency and the people …

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K9 Mac – MTA Police, New York

Died – 1/30/24 Handler – Officer Alison Schmitt MTA Police K9 officer ‘Mac,’ who protected Long Island commuters, dies at 7 The MTA Police K9 officer Mac, whose journey from a playful pup to a fierce protector of Long Island commuters died on Jan. 30 from lymphoma, his family said. Mac, you were my best friend, my first partner, my …

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K9 Holder – Rockland, New York

Handler – Sergeant Myers Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Announce the Passing of K9 Holder, First Bloodhound Tracking Canine in Department History In a post on social media, the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office announce the passing of K9 Holder, the first bloodhound tracking canine to serve in the Sheriff’s Department. Below is the statement released by the Sheriff’s Office.“It is with …

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K9 Charlie – Peekskill, New York

Died 1/6/24 Handler – Officer Anthony Nappi Peekskill Police Department Mourns the Loss of Venerated K9 Charlie Peekskill Police Department is in mourning following the tragic loss of their K9 Charlie, marking the first death of an active duty police dog in over 20 years. Charlie, a German Shepherd, succumbed to injuries sustained in an undisclosed accident on January 6th. …

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K9 Kai – Nassau, New York

Died 1/4/24 Handler – Officer Chris Peters Nassau County Police Department Announces Sad Passing of Retired K-9 Kai.K-9 Kai, alongside handler retired Police Officer Chris Peters, dedicated his life to the Nassau County Police Department and its citizens. With a heavy heart, the Nassau County Police Department said goodbye to retired K-9 Kai on January 4, 2024. K-9 Kai was …

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K9 Jax – Westchester, New York

Died 1/3/24 Handler – Officer Christian Gutierrez Retired Police K-9 Jax: A Cherished Member of Westchester County Police Department Passes Away In a poignant turn of events, the Westchester County Police Department has announced the passing of a highly valued member of their team, retired K-9 Jax, on Wednesday, January 3. Revered not merely as an ordinary police dog, Jax …

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K9 Jack – Syracuse, New York

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 …

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