Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Sunday, April 23, 1972
Add to My HeroesDuke
K9 Duke was killed when he fell from the top of a six-floor building while he and his partner searched it in response to a burglary call.
They were on the roof of the Hochschild Kohn store when Duke jumped over a parapet while chasing a suspect who escaped down a fire escape. K9 Duke fell to the ground and died.
Bio
- Breed Unknown Breed
- Gender Male
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsRIP Duke, I am certain you were brave.
Dawn M. DiVincenzo
Former citizen
June 27, 2025
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