A Gary authorities dog was killed in a shooting on Thursday, Gary Police Department and city authorities revealed at a press conference.
K-9 Falco was with his handler, Officer Angel Lozano, throughout a traffic drop in the 1000 block of 35th Court in Gary’s Glen Park location, Gary Police Chief Anthony Titus informed press reporters.
The person that Lozano pulled over gotten away on foot, shooting a pistol at both dog and handler as they provided chase, he said. Falco was struck and passed away of his injuries. The suspect was collared.
“K-9 Falco was a beloved eight-year veteran of the Gary Police Department, having over 1,000 deployments, with apprehensions of the most violent criminals, seizing numerous drugs and guns off the street,” Titus said. “K-9 Falco was a great asset to the department and the community and served to the highest expectations. This department and the citizens of Gary lost in true servant hero today.”
Deputy Mayor Trent McCain advised neighborhood members “to reflect on the unwavering commitment of all of our law enforcement officers both human and K-9 alike.”
Titus did not recognize of the suspect, nor did he supply extra information about the nature of the traffic stop. The GPD decreased to take concerns from press reporters at the press conference.
The event is being examined by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. In a declaration launched on Thursday night, Lake County Sheriff Oscar Martinez Jr. composed that the suspect is a 29-year-old male who was desired for intensified battery and criminal recklessness. He included that Lozano was not hurt throughout the event.
“We appreciate officers from multiple law enforcement agencies who participated in a procession honoring the K-9 as his remains were transported to Hobart Animal Clinic,” he composed. “Since the investigation is in its initial stages, no further information will be released at this time.”
