Gainesville Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Thursday, January 23, 1986
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K9 Gero was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend a burglary suspect.
The subject had been observed burglarizing a law office by a plainclothes officer. Responding units surrounded the building and made an announcement for the man to surrender. When the man exited the building he was holding a gun and began shooting at the officers.
Gero was released to apprehend the subject but was shot twice and killed.
Bio
- Breed German Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age 4
- Tour Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsStill think about you Gero, I remember that night like it was yesterday. RIP Hero
David Wilson
Officer Sandi Larkin's son
March 6, 2024
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