Monthly Archives: February 2017

K9 Waco – Queensland, Australia

Died – 2/3/17 Queensland Police Dog Dies After Chasing Car Thief Police Dog Waco, an eight-year-old German Shepherd, and his handler, a senior constable, were following an offender who had stolen a car in Deception Bay, north of Brisbane, on Thursday afternoon about 1:30 p.m. when the police dog became unsteady on his feet and showed signs of heat stress. …

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K9 King – Clarkstown, New York

Died – 2/2/17 Handler – Officer Bob Reilly Retired K9 ‘King,’ Longtime Partner of PO Bob Reilly The Clarkstown Police Department regrets to announce the passing of retired K9 “King”, longtime partner of PO Bob Reilly. This morning we recognize and honor the service of “King”, retired in 2016 after eight years of exemplary service to the Department and to …

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K9 Hammer – Newport News, Virginia

Died – 2/2/17 Handler – Officer Hatton Newport News police mourn sudden loss of K-9 Hammer The Newport News Police Department is mourning the loss of one of their own: K-9 Hammer. Five-year-old Hammer passed away Thursday during a dental procedure. The department says Hammer was a dual purpose German Shepherd trained in narcotics detection and patrol. He was born …

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