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Handler – Chief, Vic Ward Carolina Beach Police Department mourning passing of K9 A K9 that made national news from the Carolina Beach Police Department (CBPD) has sadly passed away.K9 Dutch Shepherd Zoe was handled by CBPD’s police chief, Vic Ward.“She was my companion, my protector, and most importantly, a loved member of my family,” Chief Ward said.Zoe served in …

Died – 3/13/25 Handler – Sgt. Anderson Charleston County Sheriff’s Office announces death of beloved K-9 Rizo The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office announced the death of a K-9 officer.K-9 Rizo joined the sheriff’s office in 2023, working with St. Matt Anderson, who rescued the four-legged officer from the Salt Lake City Police Department in 2021. “From that moment on, the …

Citizens join Sheriff Koon and his staff in mourning the loss of faithful K-9 officer Autumn the bloodhound Citizens across Lexington County are joining Sheriff Jay Koon and his staff in mourning a faithful and dedicated K-9 officer, bloodhound Autumn, after she died following a short illness. Autumn, age 8, had been serving Lexington County for 8 years. According to …

Handler – Officer Trey Kerwin Retired Lexington police K-9 passes away A retired police dog for the Lexington Police Department died last week, according to the police department.K-9 Nufo died after complications from a medical disorder.He retired in July 2023 and was living with his partner Officer Trey Kerwin.The pair had worked together for the Lexington Police Department since 2018.The …

Died 12/23/24 Handler – Officer Alan Ware South Carolina K-9 Officer Killed South Carolina sheriff emotionally announced the death of one of the department’s K-9 officers on Monday morning (December 23, 2024) – criticizing the “catch and release” system of so-called “justice” responsible for putting the juvenile triggerman back on the streets.Bumi – a Belgian Malinois who had been with …

Died 12/22/24 Handler – Sgt. Conley Jumper Jr A former K-9 officer with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office died over the weekend.On Sunday, K-9 Tango, an 8-year-old Belgian Malinois died due to a tumor near his heart, the sheriff’s office said.Tango joined the sheriff’s office in February 2018, and was deployed 332 times. The sheriff’s office said the dog helped …

Died – 12/18/24 Handler – Officer Gary Mahaffey Retired Conway Police Department K-9 dies Retired Conway police K-9 officer Roko died on Wednesday.Roko was born on April 15, 2015, and joined Conway police on Feb. 21, 2017. During his years of service, Roko worked alongside his handlers to keep the city of Conway safe.“Beyond his skills and dedication, Roko held …

Died – 11/21/24 Handler – Investigator Jones Goose Creek Police Department mourns loss of retired K-9 Dax The Goose Creek Police Department is mourning the loss of retired K-9 Dax, who passed away Thursday at home surrounded by family and friends. Dax retired in 2022 after a distinguished career serving the city and Investigator Jones.”Dax was a force to be …

Died – 10/29/24 Handler – Sgt. Jim Leathers Retired Greenville County K9 Officer passes away after brief illness The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office said a retired K9 officer passed away after a very brief illness.According to officials, K9 Officer Josie was a 10-year-old Mantrailing Bloodhound.She was donated to the sheriff’s office in August 2014 by Dr. Teresa Medlock, DVM of …

Handler – Officer Tyler Struckus Former Myrtle Beach K9 officer month into retirement dies suddenly, department says A Myrtle Beach K9 officer that retired last month after a 5-year career and more than 100 arrests has died unexpectedly.The city’s police department announced Yep’s death on its Facebook page Saturday night. She was a few months shy of her eighth birthday.“For …