Kozmo
K9 Kozmo was killed while performing an apprehension of robbery suspects near the intersection of Bruton Road and I-635 at about 2:30 am.
Officers from several agencies had pursued the vehicle until it was immobilized by spike strips. Two subjects were arrested near the vehicle but the other two were able to flee into a nearby wooded area. During the search for one of the suspects, K9 Kozmo was assaulted by the suspect and died as a result of the assault.
The two suspects were apprehended approximately 45 minutes later and K9 Kozmo's body was located at about 4:15 am.
The suspect was later apprehended and was charged with interference with a police service animal.
K9 Kozmo had served with the Mesquite Police Department for four years.
Bio
- Breed Dutch Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age 5
- Tour 4 years
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 35 ReflectionsPRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR HANDLER AND OUR FAMILY OF BLUE. ANOTHER K 9 OFFICER TAKEN TO SOON. MEET YOUR FELLOW K 9 OFFICERS AT RAINBOW BRIDGE. REST IN GODS ARMS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF YOUR COMMUNITY.
MOTHER OF A DALLAS POLICEWOMAN LINDA KEM
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August 28, 2021
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