Saint Paul Police Department, Minnesota
End of Watch Tuesday, May 26, 1998
Add to My HeroesCallahan
K9 Callahan was shot and killed as he and his handler assisted homicide detectives search for two murder suspects wanted in Wisconsin.
Callahan and his handler were ambushed as they were on a track. One of the suspects opened fire from a hiding spot behind a bush on Beech Street. Callahan immediately attempted a takedown on the subject, diverting his gunfire. When K9 Callahan apprehended the suspect, he was struck twice by gunfire and killed. His actions saved the life of his K9 partner.
The suspect who shot K9 Callahan was convicted of first-degree intentional homicide for the murder he was being sought after in Wisconsin and sentenced to life in prison.
K9 Callahan had served with the St. Paul Police Department for three years.
Bio
- Breed German Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age 5
- Tour 3 years
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Life in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsI will always remember when my daughter was 11 years old and Callahan provided her with a moment of laughter and amusement, there is a good natured aspect to K-9's that people should be aware of. I must say of Callahan and his handler, I them knew them both very well, they were both fine examples of the great traditions and high standards of the SPPD.
Sgt. Paul Schanno- Honor Guard Member
State of MN Dept. of Corrections MCF-Stillwater
February 6, 2015
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