Art
K9 Art was accidentally shot and killed by his handler during a shootout with two juveniles.
His handler had pulled a vehicle over with two juveniles inside. One of the two youths exited the vehicle with a shotgun and fired as K9 Art was released. K9 Art's partner returned fire accidentally striking K9 Art.
In November 1974, the subjects' attorney had a necropsy done on K9 Art and a .45 caliber bullet was removed. The juvenile was then charged with attempted murder.
Bio
- Breed German Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age 3
- Tour Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
- Weapon Officer's handgun
Most Recent Reflection
View all 1 ReflectionsRIP Art. Thank you for serving the city of Houston. Your bravery and heroism is never forgotten.
Anonymous
K9 Supporter
January 14, 2023
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