K9 Sarge, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, Florida

K9 Sarge

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Monday, December 27, 2010

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K9 Sarge was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend a suspect in a wooded area near Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.

As Sarge attempted to flush the man out of the bushes the subject opened fire, killing Sarge. His handler returned fire and killed the suspect.

K9 Sarge had served with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office for four years. In 2010 alone he had responded to 520 calls for service.

Bio

Breed German Shepherd
Gender Male
Age 6
Tour 4 years

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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Lord God of unfailing love, to those families of our beloved nation, the United States of America, who are suffering in the wake of the loss of a Law Enforcement K-9 family member, Shot and Killed in the Line-of-Duty, help us to provide support. Allow us to be their rock and fortress in a time of immense pain and uncertainty. Help us to keep them safe and nourished in their time of grief, suffering beside them as we move toward healing and reconciliation. Lord God, in Your compassionate mercy, hear my prayer. Amen.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” [Matthew 5:4 ESV]

“And ALL flesh shall see the salvation of God.” [Luke 3:6 ESV]

“For NOT ALL flesh is the same, but there is one kind for humans, another for animals, another for birds, and another for fish.” [1 Corinthians 15:39 ESV]

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” [Matthew 25:23 ESV]

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Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA

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