Penn Hills Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Monday, February 2, 1987
Add to My HeroesJoker
K9 Joker was stabbed to death while attempting to apprehend two teenagers who had stolen a car. He was stabbed near the intersection of Mount Carmel Street and Pershing Street.
Bio
- Breed German Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age 3
- Tour 6 months
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsI am so sorry to see such a young dog like you pass. Having it be done by teenagers dispirited me because I am also a teenager, at the time I am typing this, and it saddens me that some people my age are willing to make such stupid decisions with only themselves in mind. I really hope that Joker is having the time of his life now, 30 years now after your death. R.I.P. Joker.
Some teenage kid
High School Student
May 2, 2017
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