Whitley County Sheriff's Office, Indiana
End of Watch Wednesday, July 10, 2019
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K9 Cas was killed when her handler's patrol car was struck by a fleeing vehicle at the intersection of U.S. 30 and County Road 450.
Her handler had stopped at the intersection to deploy spike strips while assisting with a vehicle pursuit that had started following an armed carjacking in Kosciusko County. The pursuit involved multiple agencies as it entered Whitley County.
The patrol car was struck after the fleeing vehicle swerved to avoid the spike strips that K9 Cas' handler had deployed. The Dodge Charger patrol car was broadsided on the passenger side and then burst into flames. Her handler and other officers were unable to free K9 Cas due to the heat and flames.
The driver of the fleeing vehicle was taken into custody.
K9 Cas had served with both the Whitley County Sheriff's Office and Columbia City Police Department for just over two years.
Bio
- Breed Belgian Malinois
- Gender Female
- Age Not available
- Tour 2 years, 3 months
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender In custody
Most Recent Reflection
View all 26 ReflectionsK-9 Cas, I just wanted to remind you that you are not forgotten. We still love you and thank you down here on Earth. I hope your spirit is well and I wish your partner peace and comfort. If you see my Mal Lena up there, make sure to share a tennis ball with her.
Evie Wood, EMT
SVFR
September 17, 2020
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