LASD K9 Jack dead: A beloved K9 with the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department was shot and killed in Gardena during a blockade by a suspect. Let’s see How did LASD K9 Jack die and about the suspect details in this article.
How did LASD K9 Jack die?
An armed suspect killed a beloved K9 with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department during a barricade in Gardena on Thursday afternoon.
To help Gardena Police deal with an armed suspect who barricaded themselves in, the sheriff’s department’s Special Enforcement Bureau and K9 unit were called to an apartment building in the 1800 block of West 145th Street.
The suspect pulled a gun and shot K9 Jack after SWAT officers and deputies stormed the house, according to the sheriff’s office.
Deputies retaliated by firing, hitting the suspect, who passed away on the spot. The shooting resulted in K9 Jack’s death.
We lost one of our partners today.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of beloved Special Enforcement Bureau (SEB) K9 Jack. pic.twitter.com/hUuxbJUb1p
— Robert Luna (@LACoSheriff) December 23, 2022
About K9 Jack
K9 Jack spent the last 4 years as a committed member of the SEB K9 Detail. Throughout several tactical operations, K9 Jack bravely defended Bureau personnel while saving a great number of lives.
K9 Jack joined the SEB K9 Detail in March 2019 and was a Belgium Malinois acquired from the Netherlands. During a tactical operation in Gardena, a dangerous armed suspect sadly shot and murdered K9 Jack. Throughout the operation, K9 Jack’s actions saved the lives of multiple Bureau personnel.
K9 Jack had the heart of a warrior and was an extremely sociable dog. K9 Jack was not only a treasured member of the SEB family but also of his handler’s family. His family, the Special Enforcement Bureau, and the whole Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will all deeply mourn K9 Jack.
Sheriff Luna’s statement
“Throughout the operation, K9 Jack’s actions saved the lives of multiple Bureau personnel. K9 Jack had the heart of a warrior and was an extremely sociable dog. K9 Jack was adored by his handler’s family as well as the Special Enforcement Bureau (SEB) family “In a tweet, Sheriff Luna made a statement.
| K9 Jack worked in the Special Enforcement Bureau of the sheriff’s office for the previous four years. He was a Belgium Malinois brought into LASD in March 2019 from the Netherlands. In several tactical missions, “K9 Jack bravely guarded Bureau members and saved multiple lives,” Luna continued. |
K9 Jack was tragically shot and killed by a violent armed suspect during a tactical operation in Gardena. K9 Jack’s actions saved the lives of numerous members of the Bureau during the operation.
— Robert Luna (@LACoSheriff) December 23, 2022
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department statement
| The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is mourning the loss of one of their own, K9 Jack. Jack was killed in the line of duty when a barricaded subject opened fire on Jack and the Officers as they entered his residence. K9 Jack was a member of the elite Special Enforcement Bureau (SEB) and was as fearless as they come. Jack had served with the department for four years. And his courageous actions undoubtedly saved the lives of Officers last night, as well as during the countless tactical operations he was a part of over the years. K9 Jack was a Malinois who was imported from the Netherlands and became a member of the SEB K9 Detail in March 2019. He was a very social dog with the heart of a warrior. K9 Jack was not only part of the SEB family he was a beloved member of his handler’s family. K9 Jack will be sorely missed by his family, the Special Enforcement Bureau, and all of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Please join us in keeping Jack’s family, unit, and the LA County Sheriff’s Department in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Rest easy warrior. We will never forget you. |
Tributes to LASD K9 Jack
Law Enforcement Today Radio Show
Their name was Jack, a K9 for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. K9 Jack was shot and killed by a criminal, during a tactical operation. “K9 Jack’s actions saved the lives of numerous members of the Bureau during the operation. K9 Jack was a very social dog with the heart of a warrior.” Prayers for Jack’s human partner, their family, the agency, and the community.
Michael Fujimori
I recently read a story where some people – for some ludicrous reason were complaining about police robots being used in dangerous situations. But we are still willing to send defenseless dogs to confront armed and psychotic killers? It is completely asinine to me when we have tear gas, bulletproof shields, and other ways – including robots – to subdue suspects. This poor K-9 dog never had a chance. So heartbreaking. And now they’ll say that Jack died a hero. And honor him. When he didn’t have to die at all. With all the technology available now there is absolutely no reason for K-9s to have to be sacrificed. If the situation is too dangerous for trained armed police officers or SWAT officers with bulletproof vests to go in – then how can you justify sending in an unarmed and defenseless dog?
Kathie Welch
RIP Jack, you are a Hero. Play with all the K9 heroes at the Rainbow Bridge. Your partner will look for you when his time comes.
Donna DeeDee Merrill-Castleberry
I follow the K9s and Jack was one of them. He sacrificed for LASD to get the bad guy and they did! RIP K9 Jack. Rest now… Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice…
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