Virginia State Police, Virginia
End of Watch Wednesday, September 12, 1962
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K9 Baron was assaulted and beaten to death by an escaped inmate he had been tracking in Powhatan County.
Approximately 50 officers were searching for two convicts who had escaped from the Goochland State Prison Farm and stole a row boat to cross the James River. K9 Baron located one of the men and was killed after being attacked by the man.
Bio
- Breed Australian Cattle Dog
- Gender Male
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
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View all 6 ReflectionsIt has been 60 years but you are still an honored member of our family. You were a true HERO! We miss you and hope you and dad have been reunited!
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