Rutland City Police Department, Vermont
End of Watch Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Add to My HeroesKing Luther
K9 King Luther was struck and killed by a Vermont State Police patrol car during a vehicle pursuit of shooting suspects on Route 7.
King Luther's handler was attempting to deploy a tire deflation device when King Luther jumped from his patrol car into the path of the state police car.
Bio
- Breed German Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age 3
- Tour 1 year
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsLuther I think about you everyday. I know your upstairs watching over the boys and me. We will see you soon. Thanks for being a great partner and friend.
earl post fmr k9 handler
luthers handler at rpd
May 11, 2013
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