A barricaded suspect stabbed a Colorado Springs police dog multiple times Wednesday after law enforcement officials deployed the K9 to help subdue the man, authorities said.
The dog, K9 Roam, was in critical condition and undergoing surgery Wednesday evening after being stabbed in the head, neck and along its abdomen down into its left hind leg — a wound that necessitated the amputation of that leg, Dr. Abby Sticker said during a news conference.
“We do feel like the next 24 hours are going to be pretty critical,” she said.
Officers from the Colorado Springs Police Department responded to a residence in the 7400 block of Gorgeted Quail Grove at 10:43 a.m. Wednesday on a report of a violation of a domestic-violence protection order, officials said.
There, they found a man — identified as 37-year-old Anthony Bryant — who had barricaded himself inside the home. Police deployed the department’s Tactical Enforcement Unit and K9 personnel in an attempt to apprehend the suspect.
During a confrontation, Bryant stabbed K9 Roam multiple times, police said. No officers were injured, and police used a Taser and chemical irritant to take Bryant into custody.
The dog was immediately transported to an emergency veterinary facility and Bryant is facing charges of attempting to kill a police service animal.
Should the dog die, El Paso County District Attorney Michael Allen said the suspect could be charged with a Class 4 felony and face prison time.
Related Articles
WATCH: Lafayette police used K9 to attack unconscious man in his underwear, lawsuit says Denver officer suspended for using K9 on suspect who was surrendering, not turning on body camera Man in handcuffs evades two sheriff’s offices, K9s and a drone“The sacrifice these animals make is important to note,” Allen said at the news conference.
Colorado Springs police Chief Adrian Vasquez said his heart goes out to K9 Roam’s handler, whom he did not publicly identify.
“Officers who are part of the K9 team develop a special bond with their K9,” he said. “They aren’t just a partner, they’re buddies, they truly become buddies.”
Sign up to get crime news sent straight to your inbox each day.
Hence then, the article about colorado springs police dog stabbed multiple times by barricaded suspect was published today ( ) and is available on The Denver Post ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
Read More Details
Finally We wish PressBee provided you with enough information of ( Colorado Springs police dog stabbed multiple times by barricaded suspect )
Also on site :