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IONIA COUNTY, MI – A motorist who ran from the scene of a crash, only to be tracked by down by a police K-9 team, was actually thankful upon his arrest. The reason: Tracking dog Titan didn’t bite him. The incident began around 6:05 a.m. Friday, Jan. 27, in Lowell, when the driver involved in a crash fled the scene on foot. Ionia Department of Public Safety Officer Jennifer Skorta and her tracking dog responded to the scene and began a track at Elm Street and Riverside Drive near the Flat River. “The suspect was taken into custody without incident, thanking Officer Skorka for not allowing Titan to bite him,” Ionia DPS said in a Facebook post.

Officer Ice, a K-9 at the Wyandotte Police Department in Michigan, has gone viral on social media after police posted the dog's mugshot online.

SAGINAW, MI — A Saginaw man has been charged with a life offense after allegedly robbing a dollar store, only to then be arrested after a police K-9 tracked him to a nearby house. Just after 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 22, Saginaw police responded to a reported robbery at the Family Dollar at 3220 Sheridan Ave., according to Detective Sgt. The clerk then saw the man run from the store, carrying merchandise, Gerow said. Officers established a perimeter around the store, with Officer Irvin Ward using K-9 Denver to track the robber through the fresh snow. Henderson’s criminal record includes convictions of unarmed robbery, second-degree home invasion, and assault with intent to do great bodily harm.

A 12-gauge shotgun and 14 bundles of heroin were found while officials in Berkley investigated a driver for being under the influence of drugs, they said.

SAGINAW, MI — An Idlewild man is in the Saginaw County Jail after allegedly robbing a dollar store of speakers, then leading a path through the snow for a police K-9 to track him to a nearby house. Just after 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 22, Saginaw police responded to a reported robbery at the Family Dollar at 3220 Sheridan Ave., according to Detective Sgt. The clerk was unable to open the safe, at which point his assailant pushed him into an employee office. Officers established a perimeter around the store, with Officer Irvin Ward using K-9 Denver to track the robber through the fresh snow. MLive-The Saginaw News is not divulging the suspect’s name until he is arraigned in Saginaw County District Court.

Photo by Renee LanduytFarms Mayor Louis Theros and his wife, Patti, enjoy a game of Putt-Putt during last year’s Pier Park Winterfest. GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Returning for its second year post-pandemic, the annual Pier Park Winterfest is noon to 4 p.m. this Saturday, Jan. 14, and will feature a petting farm, ice sculptures on display,

A 43-year-old Indiana man was arrested in Eaton County on Saturday after being discovered with drugs and guns during a speed enforcement stop.

A missing South Carolina K-9 was reunited with his handler after going missing Wednesday during a training exercise, the York County Sheriff's Office said.

Sgt. Dallas Wingate is under investigation for the death of his K-9 partner, Bear, who died in September.

A working K-9 at a sheriff's office in Florida gave birth to 10 puppies. The office held a suggestion contest to help name the new pups — find out how.

All in a day’s work.

A Florida police officer reacted exuberantly after the K-9 lead the way and helped apprehend a burglary suspect.

DETROIT – U.S. Border Patrol seized almost 2.5 pounds of fentanyl at a cargo shipping facility in Detroit. Agents contacted a K-9 unit from Detroit after identifying the suspicious package at the Gibraltar Station on Sept. 23. The 2.5 pounds of fentanyl is enough to be a fatal dose to nearly 500,000 people, agents said. Detroit Sector agents do all they can to stop this poison from entering our communities,” said U.S. Border Patrol Detroit Sector Chief Patrol Agent Robert Danley. The seized fentanyl was turned over to the local office of the Drug Enforcement Administration for investigation.

ALLEGAN COUNTY, MI – An Allegan County Sheriff’s canine now has a vest to protect him from bullets and stabbings. Thor, a K-9 with the Allegan County Sheriff’s Office, received the vest after a donation from the non-profit Vested Interest in K9s, Inc, the sheriff’s office said in a news release. Great Lakes Plumbing and Devisser Five Star Real Estate Company sponsored the vest. “The Sheriff’s office would like to thank Vested Interest for their continued support to the K9 team,” police said in the release. A donation of $960 sponsors a vest, which has a value from $1,744 to $2,283.

One person said everyone who had already gone through security was told to go back out for re-screening.

Law enforcement officials says authorities are examining whether the employee who reported an explosion at Northeastern University may have lied to investigators and staged the incident.

A Detroit woman is looking for answers after the Detroit Police Department killed her dog.

FLINT, MI – A former K-9 officer with the Burton Police Department paid more than $3,000 in restitution to the city after previously pleading guilty to embezzling during his time as an officer. Wayne Anthony Newman, 37, who previously pleaded guilty to one count of embezzlement as an agent or trustee between $200 and $999, paid $3,185.21 in restitution Wednesday, Aug. 17.

But "Fluffy" and "Sir Sitsalot" are out of the running, the Union County Sheriff's Office posted on Facebook

A Brevard County K-9 officer took a bite out of crime after it was kicked by a fleeing suspect, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.

SHIAWASSEE COUNTY, MI – For the first time in about a year, the Shiawassee County Sheriff’s Office will not need to rely on outside agencies for the use of K-9 unit services. “Having a new K-9 is going to be a huge asset to the Shiawassee County Sheriff’s Office as well as the community,” said Detective Sgt. “It’s a huge benefit to the community to have our own K-9 to respond in minutes.”The sheriff’s office needed a new K-9 and handler after Gifford was moved to the detective bureau. Gifford, a 16-year K-9 handler who had spent the latter part of that time filling the role with the Shiawassee County Sheriff’s Office, was promoted in August 2021. Anyone looking for a chance to meet the duo may have a chance to do so at the Shiawassee County Fair, Aug. 7-13.

SAGINAW, MI — The Saginaw Police Department will partner with the Saginaw Community Foundation, which will serve as the fiduciary for donations the law enforcement agency raises to support the care and training needs of its police K-9 unit. The agreement was approved unanimously by the Saginaw City Council at a Monday, July 25, meeting. As part of its statement, the association requested the council identify a nonprofit that could hold the funds already raised by the Saginaw Valley Police Canine Association. The city police department handles five dogs in its police K-9 unit: Ares, Cigan, Harvey, Denver and Krixus. Read more on MLive:With fire danger looming, Bridgeport Township suspends burn permitsAfter dogs’ health concerns raised, Saginaw considers police K-9 unit support fundYou should watch this cat video endorsing a Michigan political candidate right meow

SAGINAW, MI — Officials here could set up a fundraising operation for Saginaw Police Department’s K-9 unit less than one month after concerns over the dogs’ health care access led an organization to cut off its support. At a Monday, July 25, meeting, the Saginaw City Council will vote on establishing an agreement with Saginaw Community Foundation, setting up the nonprofit to handle a special fundraising account where donors can send money to support the care and training needs of the K-9 unit’s dogs, city records indicate. Earlier this month, the Saginaw Valley Police Canine Association provided a statement to the council announcing the association would cut ties with the program after years of supporting the K-9 initiative financially. The department handles five dogs in its police K-9 unit: Ares, Cigan, Harvey, Denver and Krixus. The council will meet at 6:30 p.m. July 25 at Saginaw City Hall, 1315 S. Washington.

Michael David Hancock, 45, is facing 14 charges related to the Thursday, July 14, incident, according to the Ionia County Sheriff’s Office. When an Ionia County Sheriff’s Office deputy arrived, a Black Dodge Durango drove away, leading police on a chase. An Ionia County Sheriff’s Office K-9 was brought in to find Hancock while the Kent County Sheriff’s Office sent a drone team to help with the search. K-9 Bafi tracked Hancock 3.5 miles from the crash scene, where he was found hiding under a truck in a garage. Michigan State Police, the Kent County Sheriff’s Office, the Barry County Sheriff’s Office and Reed & Hoppes Towing assisted the Ionia County Sheriff’s Office in the chase and arrest.

SAGINAW, MI — A new K-9 will join Saginaw’s police force, replacing one of the department’s high-profile dogs now in retirement. The Saginaw City Council at its Monday, July 11, meeting approved the Saginaw Police Department’s adoption of Krixus, a 2-year-old, Mexico-born Belgian Malinois trained both in tracking and narcotics detection. Krixus will fill the spot once occupied by Deebo on the Saginaw Police Department’s five-dog K-9 force. Cigan is the longest-tenured Saginaw K-9 unit. Originally, the council was set to vote in June on accepting Krixus’ adoption via donation from The Saginaw Valley Police Canine Association.

SAGINAW, MI — A new K-9 unit soon could join Saginaw’s police force, replacing one of the department’s high-profile dogs now in retirement. Krixus would fill the spot once occupied by Deebo on the Saginaw Police Department’s five-dog K-9 force. Krixus would be the second K-9 unit to join Saginaw police this year. Denver, a 2-year-old Dutch shepherd, filled the spot vacated when Mitch, another K-9 unit, retired. Cigan is the longest-tenured Saginaw K-9 unit.

Teen accused of shooting U.S. Marshal’s service officer and K-9 while serving warrant: Chicago police

The Detroit police are searching for a man who shot and killed two people on Detroit’s west side, officials say. The shooting happened on Evergreen Road between Lyndon Street and Schoolcraft. Police say the man they’re looking for was in the vehicle with the two victims outside the Smith Homes Apartments.

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The Grand Rapids police dog who did bomb sweeps for rock stars and presidential candidates has retired. The K-9 dog, Atos, who served with the Grand Rapids Police Department for eight years, retired last week, Grand Rapids police officials announced Wednesday. “If you’ve seen one of our K-9s at a neighborhood or school event, it was most likely Atos,” Dionne said. Upon retiring, ownership of Atos was transferred from Grand Rapids to Dionne’s family, with whom he’ll spend his retirement. Funding for Rip came from the Grand Rapids Police Foundation, which has a fund dedicated to supporting K-9s and their training.

Ruby was one of the first shelter dogs trained to serve with the Rhode Island State Police.

A Rhode Island dog whose inspiring story of going from shelter dog to life-saving police K-9 became the subject of a recent Netflix movie has been euthanized.

Photo courtesy of GPAASProceeds from the breakfast support training, certifications, equipment, veterinary care and supplies for the Harper Woods K-9 program and K-9 Kaiser. The Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society and Friends of the Harper Woods K9 Program board — especially Harper Woods K-9 Kaiser — are excited to welcome guests to a pancake breakfast

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The Dearborn Heights Police Department’s K-9, Twix, will soon be receiving a donated bullet and stab protective vest from Vested Interst in K9s, Inc.

Dunny, as well as Officer Susan Upton, are the K-9 handlers for University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security. University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security K-9 unit Colombo at Michigan Stadium. Photo provided by Joseph Dunny.Joseph DunnyThe journey with Colombo, sometimes called Bobo, began at a Kentucky breeder who specializes in K-9 training. Loyal Michigan State University K-9 dies suddenlySaginaw’s K-9 Deebo once took a knife to the head. Free tampon program expanding to all University of Michigan public restrooms

A resident called police because the man was acting suspiciously, police said.

UNION TWP, MI — A man is in custody after allegedly robbing a liquor store just outside Mount Pleasant, then leaving tracks to his nearby apartment. About 12:35 a.m. on Sunday, March 13, Isabella County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported armed robbery at Old Mission Wine Cellar, 5030 S. Mission Road in Union Township. The store’s clerk told deputies a man had brandished a gun and demanded cash. Law enforcement then followed a track to a nearby apartment, with tracks leading to its rear, said Sheriff Mike Main. The suspect and another man were trying to leave the apartment when police arrived.

SAGINAW, MI — Everyone wants to be a police K-9 handler, Saginaw Police Chief Bob Ruth will tell you. The other K-9 units on Saginaw’s police force are Ares, Cigan, Deebo and Harvey. With Mitch no longer on duty, Cigan is the longest-tenured Saginaw K-9 unit. Ares, a 2-year-old Belgian Malinois, worked his first day for the police with his handler — Officer Jordan Engelhart — in June 2021. The four K-9 units currently serving on the police force are featured in their respective Facebook pages.

That’s at least how many in MSU Police and Public Safety, including his K-9 unit trainer Sgt. Bane and Parviainen bonded over those years, balancing the criminal investigation and community engagement responsibilities in equal measure. “We tracked this guy down into a shallow creek, and Bane started jumping to indicate he found the odor,” she said. “People may have misconceptions and strong feelings about police officers, but people love dogs and Bane was the ultimate ice breaker,” Parviainen said. That may come in the form of therapy dogs for MSU students, but for now, her life with the K-9 unit is done.

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Bob Loken was a beloved deputy who has left an indelible mark on both man and man’s best friend.

The release of the footage comes about a week after the man's attorneys announced their client had reached a $325,000 settlement agreement.

The release of the footage comes about a week after Brennan's attorneys announced their client had reached a $325,000 settlement agreement.

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KALAMAZOO, MI – Two Kalamazoo Public Safety officers received $25,000 after reaching a settlement in a lawsuit against the city. Caleb Dumond and Heath Shoemaker were K-9 handlers with the department. They filed a lawsuit alleging they were suspended, and their dogs were taken away after they filed a complaint against the department.

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LEELANAU COUNTY, MI – The Leelanau County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the death of its K-9, Nico. Greg Hornkohl, on Tuesday, just a few days short of his 11th birthday. “Nico was the first K-9 Leelanau County had after several years,” a Facebook post reads. “He touched the hearts of many community members and guests during his time in service. Several community members were leaving comments of support and shared memories of his impact in the community.

KEARNEY TOWNSHIP, MI -- A K-9 with the Antrim County Sheriff’s Canine team tracked down a suspect wanted for an alleged assault Wednesday night. According to the Antrim County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the home where the assault occurred during the evening hours. Following that search, a deputy with the sheriff’s K-9 team deployed K-9 officer Bricko who picked up the suspect’s trail underneath the residence. The home was described as a house trailer and the suspect was found hiding behind the trailer skirting at the base of the trailer, according to police. The suspect -- who is also on parole -- was then taken into custody without further incident and lodged at the Antrim County Jail.

MARQUETTE COUNTY, MI – An Upper Peninsula K-9 will now be safer on the job. K-9 Zepp, who faithfully serves the public for the Marquette County Sheriff’s Office, is the latest Michigan police dog to receive custom-made bullet and stab protective vest from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Lt. Richard J. Scott.” Scott is the late father of Sharon M. Peters, the donor who sponsored the vest. “Thank you, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and Sharon M. Peters, for keeping K9 Zepp safe,” deputies wrote on Facebook. Established in 2009, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.’s mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States.

SAGINAW, MI — The most recent furry and four-legged addition to the Saginaw Police Department is getting a protective vest, thanks to a charitable donation. Ares, a Belgian Malinois dog who joined the department’s ranks as a K-9 earlier this summer, is receiving a bullet- and stab-proof vest from Vested Interest in K9s, a Massachusetts-based nonprofit. The program is open to U.S. dogs that are at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. Ares is one of five K-9s with the Saginaw Police Department, the others being Cigan, Deebo, Harvey, and Mitch. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K-9s throughout the U.S.Vested Interest in K9s accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $960 will sponsor one vest.

GREEN LAKE TOWNSHIP, MI – A female black bear was euthanized over the weekend after it was injured in a hit-and-run car crash in Northern Michigan, authorities said. The bear suffered injuries to its hindlegs, which rendered them unusable, said Steve Griffith, wildlife biologist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The crash happened Sunday evening, Aug. 22, near the intersection of M-31 and South Long Lake Road in Grand Traverse County. The motorist who collided with the bear did not stop, but someone else called emergency responders regarding the injured animal, Griffith told MLive. It’s unclear whether or not the bear has cubs, Griffith said.

SPARTA, MI – Michigan’s apple harvest is expected to be smaller this year due to spring freezes that killed some of the fruit, The Associated Press reports. The state’s projected apple production is 18.25 million bushels, which is about 16% fewer than the 22 million harvested in 2020, the Michigan Apple Committee reported, citing a forecast from an industry trade show in Chicago. Temperatures were in the 20-degree range in some growing areas during April, killing some of the fruit despite frost protection tools and the tree’s natural defenses, said Diane Smith, executive director of the committee. “However, there will still be plenty of apples for consumers to enjoy this fall,” Smith said. READ MORE:Young Michigan police K-9 dies of heart attackMichigan heat rolls on, How long it will lastForever stamps price going up: Here’s how much and whenWildfire burns hundreds of acres on Michigan’s remote Isle Royale

OAKLAND COUNTY, MI – A 2-year-old Michigan police K-9 died of a heart attack earlier this month while cradled in the arms of his handler, FOX 66 reports. K-9 Riggs, of the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, died on Aug. 13 while exercising with his handler, Deputy Harvey Wilson, at the Oakland University campus, the TV station reports. Riggs, a Dutch Shepherd born in the Netherlands, had been with the department since September. “He will be greatly missed.”A necropsy performed at Michigan State University revealed the cause of death, the report said. He appeared to be in good health up until the heart attack, suggesting a genetic defect may be to blame.

DETROIT – A 40-year-old Michigan man has been charged after a fiery car crash that killed a Michigan State Police K-9 and injured two women. The vehicle burst into flames after the crash, severely injuring Brown, and his passengers, a 28-year-old Detroit woman and a 29-year-old Oak Park woman. The MSP trooper suffered non-life-threatening leg injuries during the crash. However, MSP K-9 Rex died from severe leg and spine injuries after being taken to BluePearl Pet Hospital in Southfield. READ MORE:Michigan K-9 sniffs through beach sand to find woman’s lost wedding ringsMichigan K-9 deployed 512 times during long career dies one day after his 13th birthday

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K-9 Conley suffered puncture wounds to his leg but will be able to return to work at the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office

An Oakland County grandmother is suspected of abusing her grandchildren after a runaway 12-year-old boy she reported missing was found with injuries, police said.

“He licked her face and she gave him a big hug.”

“He licked her face and she gave him a big hug.”

The Michigan State Police department is being sued for $1 million in connection with an arrest where a K-9 attacked a suspect for more than three minutes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-2260 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up.

On Saturday, the Hazel Park Police Department announced the unexpected death of its K-9 Dutch Shepherd named Lando.

FILE - U.S. Army mobile equipment sits in a field in Yeoncheon, South Korea, near the border with North Korea, Wednesday, June 17, 2020. The U.S. keeps about 28,000 troops in South Korea to help deter potential aggression from North Korea, a legacy of the 1950-53 Korean War. On Monday, the South Korea and U.S militaries kicked off annual military drills that would last for nine days. The big U.S. military presence in South Korea is a symbol of the countries’ alliance but also a source of long-running anti-American sentiments. ___Associated Press writer Hyung-jin Kim in Seoul, South Korea, contributed to this report.

South Korean army K-9 self-propelled howitzers take positions during the annual exercise in Paju, South Korea, near the border with North Korea, Tuesday, June 23, 2020. A South Korean activist said Tuesday hundreds of thousands of leaflets had been launched by balloon across the border with North Korea overnight, after the North repeatedly warned it would retaliate against such actions. AdU.S.-South Korea drills have been a major source of animosities on the peninsula, with North Korea viewing them as invasion rehearsals and responding with its own weapons tests. In January, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un urged the U.S. to withdraw its hostile policy and South Korea to end drills with the U.S., warning the fate of their relations with North Korea depends on how they behave. The government of South Korean President Moon Jae-in, which facilitated the early part of the U.S.-North Korea talks, has been calling for the diplomacy’s restart and greater inter-Korean ties.

LANSING, Mich. – Disturbing video of an arrest near Lansing has led to criminal charges against a state trooper over how he handled his police dog. Parker Surbrook joined the Michigan State Police in 2012 and worked his way up to becoming a K-9 handler. The dashcam footage shows Surbook’s K-9 was on the suspect for more than 3 and a half minutes while the man pleaded for the trooper to pull the dog off. AdThe driver pleads for Surbrook to remove the dog and said his leg is broken. After reviewing the video, Surbrook was charged with one count of felonious assault.

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He said he fled from his bed while being treated at Mamuju’s Mitra Manakarra hospital, which was flattened by the quake. The governor's office building was almost flattened by the quake and a shopping mall was reduced to a crumpled hulk. The disaster agency said the army corps of engineers cleared the road connecting Mamuju and Majene that had been blocked by landslides. More than 4,000 people were killed, including many who were buried when whole neighborhoods were swallowed in the falling ground. A massive magnitude 9.1 earthquake off Sumatra island in western Indonesia in December 2004 triggered a tsunami that killed 230,000 people in a dozen countries.

SELMA TOWNSHIP, Mich. A 71-year-old man who went missing Friday afternoon was discovered in northern Michigan woods early Saturday morning. Police said a 71-year-old man left his home at about 3 p.m. for a daily walk and never returned. The Michigan State Police Cadillac Post K-9 Team was asked to help locate the missing man and started searching just before midnight. The man was found by dogs at about 1 a.m. Police said he was unconscious and extremely cold, so authorities wrapped him in emergency blankets. MORE: Missing in Michigan

A police K-9 walks outside the Merrimack County correctional facility, Friday, July 3, 2020 , in Boscowen N.H., where Ghislaine Maxwell was being held after her arrest Thursday at a wooded estate in Bradford, N.H. The British socialite faces charges she helped lure at least three girls one as young as 14 to be sexually abused by the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

A police K-9 walks outside the Merrimack County correctional facility, Friday, July 3, 2020 , in Boscowen N.H., where Ghislaine Maxwell was being held after her arrest Thursday at a wooded estate in Bradford, N.H. The British socialite faces charges she helped lure at least three girls one as young as 14 to be sexually abused by the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

Police find bag, high-powered rifle, list of cities inside Greektown Casino HotelPublished: February 18, 2020, 5:09 pmDetroit police arrested two people and recovered a weapon Tuesday at the Greektown Casino hotel, according to authorities.

DETROIT – Detroit police arrested two people and recovered a weapon Tuesday at the Greektown Casino hotel, according to authorities. UPDATE: Ohio man charged days after weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel in DetroitRELATED: Detroit police arrest 2 men after high-powered weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel, chief saysTwo young men were taken into custody, Detroit police Chief James Craig said. Officials found a high-powered weapon inside a bag at the casino and recovered the weapon, according to Craig. Several police cars were parked in front of the Greektown Hotel. Stay with Local 4 as we track this story.

GARDEN CITY, Mich. – A fundraiser helped purchase a body armor vest for Garden City’s police K-9, Rudy. The Garden City Kiwanis hosted the special fundraiser to get Rudy the vest. He was presented with his new gear Monday. RELATED: Meet Zeke, the Wayne Police Department’s new therapy dogThe dog is a staple of the city’s police department. He attends many community events and even dons a bow tie at the high school’s prom each year.

WAYNE, Mich. – The Wayne Police Department’s newest team member has four legs, but he isn’t a K-9 officer. The department recently got Zeke, a therapy dog. He received 24 weeks of obedience training to be qualified for the role. Therapy dogs must also undergo obedience testing, veterinarian certification and observation from trained testers in various settings, the department said. Zeke lives with Chief Ryan Strong, who paid for training, supplies, veterinarian visits and membership to the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

TROY, Mich. – Troy police praised K-9 Bruiser for locating missing people. Police said the dog found two different endangered missing people in the past two weeks. A missing person is considered endangered if they are in immediate danger due to health or other circumstances.

WAYNE, Mich. - A man is facing charges after Wayne police were called Monday about someone shooting a gun. Police said Patrick Walsh Jr., 33, was shooting a gun in the 35000 block of Brush Street then fled the scene on foot. A Westland police K-9 helped track down Walsh at a nearby home, police said. During a search of the home, police said they found the handgun Walsh had fired. Walsh is charged with three counts of felonious assault and three counts of felony firearm.

CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Police are investigating after a Fifth Third Bank in Chesterfield Township was robbed Wednesday at 2:35 p.m.Police said the robber fled the bank on foot with an unknown amount of cash. The Chesterfield Township Police Department used a K-9 unit to search the area for the suspect, but was not successful. The police department's detective bureau and the FBI are investigating this robbery and a previous bank robbery that occurred in Chesterfield Township at a Citizens Bank on Oct. 2. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Chesterfield Township Police Department at 586-949-2322, Detective Craig Suppon at 586-949-2925, Detective Jason Dawidowicz at 586-949-4265, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

CNNANAHEIM, California (CNN) - An Anaheim police K-9 was attacked by a pit bull Wednesday while taking part in a search for a stabbing suspect, KCAL reported. Daron Wyatt, the incident began just before noon as officers were searching for a stabbing suspect. He eventually came out, but so did a large pit bull, which charged the K-9, prompting an officer to use a Taser gun on the pit bull in order to subdue it. The pit bull was turned over to Orange County Animal Care. The man taken into custody is not believed to be connected to the stabbing, Wyatt said.

ROYAL OAK, Mich. - Ryker, a Royal Oak police K-9, is retiring after spending seven years with the department. The dog started with his handler, Officer Richard Chipman, in 2012. The dog will be replaced by Conan, a 1 1/2-year-old Belgian Malinois and German shepherd mix that was raised in Hungary Conan will work with Officer Kevin Cavanagh after the pair attend the Patrol Dog Academy. Ryker's replacement, Conan. (WDIV)Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

GROSSE ILE, Mich. - Police are looking for a missing mother of three from Grosse Ile. Christine Carol Chiles, 51, was last seen at about 4 a.m. Friday, police said. "I appreciate people volunteering to help us locate her," said Grosse Ile police Lt. Kenneth Pelland. Anyone with information on Chiles' whereabouts is asked to contact the Grosse Ile Police Department at 734-676-7100. Christine Carol Chiles (WDIV)Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

DETROIT - Michigan State Police troopers apprehended a suspected car thief Thursday. According to authorities, no one was injured and there was no damage done to any property. Police used a helicopter, thermal imaging and K-9 units to track the suspect to a tree he was hiding in. Video of the pursuit and arrest can be seen above. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

DETROIT – A Wayne State University police officer who died after being shot was honored at the Detroit Lions game Thursday. Officer Collin Rose and his K-9 partner, Wolverine, were a member of the Ford Field Explosives Detection Team, Local 4 News has learned. The Lions paid a tribute to Rose before Thursday's game. "We now ask you to observe a moment of silence in honor of Officer Collin Rose," the stadium announcer said at the game. Related: Wayne State police officer dies after being shot in head