Video: Portland K-9 Slain Saving Shot Handler
A K-9 named Mick whose human partner was shot and wounded early Wednesday morning in Southwest Portland, Ore., was found dead from gunshot wounds after a widespread search.
A K-9 named Mick whose human partner was shot and wounded early Wednesday morning in Southwest Portland, Ore., was found dead from gunshot wounds after a widespread search involving police, bloodhounds, area residents and even TriMet bus drivers, reports KGW.com .
"Mick saved my life," said the dog's partner, Portland Police Officer Jeff Dorn.
The German Shepherd vanished after the officer-involved shooting, according to Portland police spokesman Sgt. Pete Simpson. The dog had been wearing a specialized K-9 police harness, but not a bullet-proof vest.
Dorn was shot in both legs by the 20-year-old suspect and was recovering at Legacy Emanuel Hospital Wednesday afternoon. He is a 16-year veteran of the Bureau.