Rooster
K9 Rooster was shot and killed while attempting an apprehension of a subject the scene of a domestic disturbance.
Officers had been sent to the mobile home in the 2300 block of East MacArthur Road to investigate the incident. A male subject exited the home with a firearm and the went back inside. The subject opened fire on K9 Rooster when he was released to attempt an apprehension.
Other officers on scene returned fire and killed the subject.
K9 Rooster had served with the Wichita Police Department for five years.
Bio
- Breed Belgian Malinois
- Gender Male
- Age Not available
- Tour 5 years
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 34 ReflectionsI never got to meet Rooster but I do work for the same department that he did. I attended his ceremony and it was beautiful and touching. There were pictures and videos of how wonderful, lively, and strong he was. Rest in Peace sweet angel. You are a good boy and did a wonderful job serving the department.
Pawn Clerk J.A.
Wichita Police Department
April 30, 2019
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