Roanoke City Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, April 18, 2025
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K9 Knox was struck and killed during a pursuit of a stolen vehicle around 1:40 a.m.
Officers attempted to stop the driver of a stolen vehicle at a gas station on Melrose Avenue NW. The suspect fled the scene, and a short pursuit ensued. When the car stopped on the 4200 block of Vermont Avenue NW, the driver ran from the scene. K9 Knox was then deployed to apprehend the suspect. As K9 Knox was in pursuit, another police vehicle struck him.
K9 Knox was transported to Emergency Veterinarian Services, where he passed away from his injuries.
The suspect, a convicted felon with outstanding warrants, fled the scene and has not been apprehended. The passenger in the stolen vehicle is in custody with outstanding warrants.
K9 Knox had served with the Roanoke City Police Department for almost two years.
Bio
- Breed German Shepherd
- Gender Male
- Age 3
- Tour 1 year, 11 months
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
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View all 9 ReflectionsLord God of unfailing love, to those families of our beloved nation, the United States of America, who are suffering in the wake of the loss of a Law Enforcement K9 Partner and family member in the Line-of-Duty, help us to provide support. Allow us to be their rock and fortress in a time of immense pain and uncertainty. Help us to keep them safe and nourished in their time of grief, suffering beside them as we move toward healing and reconciliation. Lord God, in Your compassionate mercy, hear my prayer for America's Fallen K9 Law Enforcement Partners. In Christ Jesus' mighty and holy name, and by His authority, I pray. Amen.
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