Monthly Archives: January 2023

K9 Kona – Chesterfield, Virginia

Died 1/20/23 Handler – Officer Hagen Chesterfield Police K-9, ‘Kona,’ unexpectedly dies A dedicated K-9 member of the Chesterfield Police Department suddenly passed away Friday morning. The department made the announcement on Facebook later in the day.“It is with great sadness that we share the loss of a terrific and dedicated servant to Chesterfield County,” the police department said. The …

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K9 Duco – Cedar City, Utah

Died – 1/19/23 Handler – Detective Moore Cedar City police pay tribute to K-9 Duco following his death The Cedar City Police Department paid tribute to a long-time officer after his passing on Thursday. Representatives of the agency announced that K-9 Duco died the evening of January 19 after serving the department for seven years. Along with extending their appreciation …

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K9 Luka – Regina, Canada

Died 1/19/23 Handler – Const. Beitel Luka the Dog of Regina Police Service dies A dog handler with the Regina Police Service (RPS) Canine Unit, is mourning the loss of Luka the dog, who was the force’s first explosive detection dog. “It was a significant loss for the Regina Police Service,” said RPS Const. Neil Beitel. “Very importantly, (he) was …

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K9 Mexx – Harriman, Tennessee

Handler – Detective Brian Turner The Harriman Police Department put up a memorial placard in the Harriman Municipal Plaza in memory of Mexx, a beloved K-9 unit drug dog who was put down recently due to increasing health issues.“He worked with us from the Spring of 2012 to the Summer of 2018,” said Harriman Police Chirf Baron Tapp. “We retired …

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K9 Kye – Christian County, Kentucky

Died – 1/18/23 Handler – Corporal Thomas Buchness Area law enforcement turns out in force to bid farewell to Christian Co. Sheriff’s Office first K-9 Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line to protect and serve. And whether they walk on two legs or four, they deserve respect and admiration. That’s why Wednesday was an emotional day for …

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K9 Bo – Rabun, Georgia

Died 1/16/23 Handler – Deputy Mckinney Rabun County Sheriff’s Office mourns passing of K9 ‘Bo’ The Rabun County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of a K9 well-known to local students. “Bo” passed away on Monday, January 16. The sheriff’s office shared the sad news on its Facebook page Tuesday.“It is with great sadness, that we announce the unexpected passing …

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K9 Kane – Scottsdale, Arizona

Died 1/16/23 Scottsdale police dog dies of cancer The Scottsdale Police Department said one of its drug-sniffing dogs passed away on Monday from cancer. Kane the police K-9 had served in the agency’s narcotics unit and helped Scottsdale police make numerous drug-related arrests.The agency said Kane had been diagnosed with a rare, aggressive type of cancer. Kane was described as …

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K9 Waeylin – Fayette, West Virginia

Died 1/15/23 Handler – Corporal Ryan Fox Sheriff’s office mourns K-9 bloodhound who died unexpectedly A sheriff’s department in West Virginia is mourning one of its beloved K-9 officers who died unexpectedly. The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office said Waeylin, a 2-year-old bloodhound, died Sunday evening. The sheriff’s office said Waeylin experienced a stomach disorder and was rushed to a veterinarian’s …

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K9 Chase – Morden, Canada

Died – 1/15/23 1st Handler – Constable Adam Hiebert 2nd Handler – Sgt Scott Edwards Morden’s first Canine PSD Chase passes away Morden’s first Canine Police Service Dog, Chase has passed away, after retiring from her service last Spring. MPS Chief Brad Neduzak shared his thoughts. “It is indeed a sad day here for all of us to see Chase …

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K9 Aron – Frankfort, Kentucky

Handler – Lt. Shane Music Retired Frankfort K-9 passes away after lymphoma battle A retired member of the Frankfort Police Department passed away on Thursday.According to the Frankfort Police Department, police K-9 Aron died after a short battle with lymphoma with his handler, Lt. Shane Music by his side. Aron was a dual-purpose German Shepherd who served the police for …

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