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Miko

Tucson Police Department — Tucson, AZ

Fall German Shepherd

Service Record

End of Watch May 28, 2006

Age 3

Gender Male

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Breed German Shepherd

Cause Fall

Agency

Department Tucson Police Department

Location Tucson, AZ

Incident

K9 Miko died after falling over a 30-foot high overpass at Kino Parkway and Aviation Parkway while chasing a carjacker.

Miko was about to apprehend the suspect when the man jumped from the overpass, with K9 Miko jumping after him. The suspect was able to continue fleeing, but K9 Miko suffered a broken back and leg. The injuries were so severe that Miko had to be euthanized.