K9 Kaya

K9 Kaya

Streetsboro Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, January 7, 2025

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Kaya

K9 Kaya was struck and killed by a passing motorist on SR 303.

At 5:35 p.m., K9 Kaya exited the patrol vehicle to stretch his legs in an area west of the Streetsboro Police Department. While chasing a ball 600 feet away from the roadway, K9 Kaya unexpectedly redirected and crossed onto SR 303, where a vehicle passing by hit him. He was transported to Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries an hour later.

The driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.

K9 Kaya had served with the Streetsboro Police Department for almost nine years. He died three days before his ninth birthday.

Bio

  • Breed Belgian Malinois
  • Gender Male
  • Age 8
  • Tour 8 years, 11 months

Incident Details

  • Cause Struck by vehicle
  • Weapon Automobile

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K9 Kaya, your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of your handlers and the communities you faithfully served. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Office of Victim Services - Mandy Kimner
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

January 14, 2025

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