Oceanside Police Department, California
End of Watch Monday, December 31, 2007
Add to My HeroesStryker
K9 Stryker was killed when he was intentionally thrown off the Coronado Bridge in San Diego.
Stryker's handler had assisted other units to pursue a vehicle down I-5 from Oceanside into San Diego. The subject drove onto the bridge and stopped at its highest point, 220 feet above the harbor. Stryker was released and immediately attempted to subdue the subject, but the man grabbed him and then jumped over the railing.
The suspect was rescued from the water but Stryker did not survive the fall.
The man was charged with several counts in connection with the chase and Stryker's murder.
Bio
- Breed Belgian Malinois
- Gender Male
- Age 6
- Tour Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsI was on this bridge as a kid when it happened. I hope that man is still in jail for killing this police officer.
Isaiah
Civilian
August 8, 2025
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