Belagavi District Police on Sunday mourned the death of its esteemed colleague Pooja, a member of the District Dog Squad, that had helped it solve 178 cases. It was a German Shepherd that served the department for over a decade.
“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Pooja, a valued member of the District Police K-9 unit,” Superintendent of Police Sanjiv Patil said in a release.
“It was a highly trained crime detection dog that participated in 178 cases throughout its career. The female dog was also a two-time winner of the range-level duty meet, showcasing its exceptional skills and dedication to work,” he said.
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