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Handler – Officer Elliot Clark Hillview police mourn the loss of former K-9 officer The Hillview Police Department announced sad news that former K-9 officer Drako has died. The department made the announcement Thursday through social media. With a sad heart, we wanted to share with the community that former Officer Drako has passed away. During his time with us, …

Died – 10/12/22 Handler – Officer Brad Lamb McCracken County Sheriff’s Office mourning loss of K9 Sakal McCracken County Sheriff’s Office K9, Sakal, passed away peaceful in the company of his handler on Wednesday, the office announced. According to an emotional social media post, the nearly 11-year-old K9 began serving in Graves County with his best friend and handler, Brad …

Handler – Detective Jacob Costello Allen County authorities mourn loss of K9 Niko The Allen County Sheriff’s Office turned to social media “with great sadness” Wednesday afternoon to announce that K9 Niko died due to complications from a scheduled operation. Niko reportedly joined the sheriff’s office in 2018 as a dual-purpose K9 who was trained in narcotic detection, tracking, and …

Officer K-9 Drago was killed during the line of duty, along with 3 other brave officers, while responding to a shooting in Allen, KY. Drago’s end of watch was 6/30. He will always be remembered and loved by family, friends, and the citizens of Eastern KY. We will forever honor his bravery and sacrifice. Fly high, good boy.

Died 6/14/22 Handler – Officer Shane Slark ‘He will be missed’: Lexington Police Department announces passing of K-9 With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of K-9 Tracker. Tracker passed away on June 14th from a non-duty-related medical condition. Tracker served the community with handler Officer Shane Slark for over eight years. He was a 9-year-old German Shepherd. racker …

Died – 6/6/22 Handler – Officer Jason Deacon Kenton County police mourn loss of retired K-9 officer Loki The Kenton County Police Department is saying farewell to their retired K-9 officer Loki. The department said Loki suffered a terminal medical emergency early Monday and the decision was made to humanely euthanize him. Loki began working with Officer Jason Deacon in …

1ST Handler – Major Coy Wilson 2nd Handler – Patrolman Estes Rhodes Corbin Police Department mourns loss of K9 officer The Corbin Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its own. In a Facebook post, department officials said 12-year-old Luka suffered health issues recently. The officer began serving at the police department in 2011 after being at the …

Handler – Master Police Officer David Sterner Bowling Green Police mourn loss of K9 officer Bowling Green Police announced the passing of K9 officer Max. Police say Max passed away after a struggle with various health issues. Max was partnered with Master Police Officer David Sterner and worked together in the fight against drugs and assisting partner agencies.The Bowling Green …

Died – 3/9/22 Handler – Officer Jeff Schank A police K-9 was killed during an investigation involving multiple agencies Wednesday night in Lebanon Junction. It’s unclear what time or where in Lebanon Junction the incident happened, but Lt. Col. Jason Paulley, Shepherdsville assistant chief of police, confirmed the investigation in a statement late Wednesday. Chief Rick McCubbin said in the …

Died 2/28/22 A dedicated Irvine police k9 was laid to rest after many years of service and a year of retirement. K-9 Sgt. Fritz, was humanely euthanized on Monday Feb 28th, at Mountainview Animal Clinic in Ravenna KY, with his home family and Mayor James Gross present. Sgt. Fritz served the community as The Irvine Police Departments drug and tracking …