Stephens County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma
End of Watch Sunday, May 20, 2018
Add to My HeroesTuco
K9 Tuco drowned after his handler's patrol car crashed into a flooded ravine on Highway 29 while responding to a water rescue at approximately 4:00 am.
The patrol car hydroplaned and rolled over into the water. Another deputy following behind the patrol car was able to rescue Tuco's handler from the vehicle, which was submerged under water. The two deputies both tried to rescue Tuco but were unable to remove him from the vehicle.
Bio
- Breed German Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 29 ReflectionsIt is with a heavy heart that I acknowledge your loss. You are the "first responders" to many dangerous situations, and as such, you have a deep respect and commitment to your handler and other Officers who follow in your steps into these crises. God Bless You for your commitment to your job. You will be missed.
NONE Christina czerwinski
NONE
July 5, 2018
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