Rex
K9 Rex was killed when his handler's patrol car was struck by a suspected drunk driver in Detroit at about 1:05 am.
His handler was assisting with the closure of Route 10 at Linwood Street due to flooding and had positioned his patrol SUV across all lanes of traffic. The road had already been closed for several hours when another vehicle struck his vehicle at a high rate of speed.
K9 Rex suffered serious injuries and died after being transported to BluePearl Pet Hospital in Southfield. His handler, as well as multiple occupants of the other car, were injured. A female passenger in the driver's car was killed.
The driver, who had five previous drunk driving convictions, pleaded guilty and was given a plea deal of 17 to 40 years in prison.
K9 Rex and his handler were assigned to the Metro South Post.
Bio
- Breed German Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to 17 to 40 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 32 ReflectionsRest in peace sweet boy. The drunk ex-convict, Henri Brown, that caused the crash which killed you is locked away in prison for a while where he belongs!
Lt. JT (Ret)
GA DPS, MCCD
May 9, 2025
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