Yancey County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina
End of Watch Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Add to My HeroesChris
K9 Chris was shot and killed inside the kennel at his handler's home in the Bald Mountain area of Yancey County.
K9 Chris had been placed in his kennel at approximately 8:30 pm and its body was discovered at approximately 5:00 am. Investigators believe that Chris was known to be a sheriff's canine when shot.
K9 Chris had served with the Yancey County Sheriff's Office for seven years.
Bio
- Breed Dutch Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age 8
- Tour 7 years
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Most Recent Reflection
View all 24 ReflectionsI only got to meet Chris a couple times, but he was an amazing k9 officer and worked phenomenally with his handler, we miss you k9 Chris.
Telecommunicator Brandon Young Yancey County Sheriff's Office
August 7, 2020
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