Tucson Police Department, Arizona
End of Watch Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Add to My HeroesIvan
K9 Ivan was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend a carjacking suspect near the intersection of 2nd Street and Stewart Avenue at about 11:00 pm.
Ivan's handler spotted the truck within minutes of the carjacking and attempted to stop it, but the driver fled. The vehicle crashed following a short pursuit and several officers, including K9 Ivan, pursued him on foot. Both K9 Ivan and the subject were shot and killed during the ensuing confrontation.
Ivan was transported to a local animal hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.
K9 Ivan had served as a patrol certified canine with the Tucson Police Department for six months.
Bio
- Breed Belgian Malinois
- Gender Male
- Age 2
- Tour 6 months
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 176 ReflectionsOn 06/05/22, 10 years later, Ivan’s retired handler succumbed to the demons many of us have from this job. May they be reunited in heaven with peace bestowed on their souls.
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