A K9 police officer named Jack was awarded the Purple Heart by the City Council in Weatherford, Texas, on Tuesday after being shot in November.
The dog was “shot in the ear and leg” while assisting in executing a warrant in Parker County with Weatherford Police Department, WFAA deputies and officers. report Wednesday.
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Parker County Sheriff Russ Authier said the suspect fired shots at the officers, who returned fire and killed him.
When K9 Jack was injured, he was taken to I-20 Animal Hospital for treatment. He has made a full recovery and is now back to work keeping the community safe.
“Jack was extremely selfless that night, putting himself between the fugitive and the police officer with great bravery and bravery,” Assistant City Manager Lance Arnold said. Said At a recent meeting, according to Weatherford Democratic Party. “He attracted the attention of the fugitives and was thereby shot, sustaining injuries to his ear and leg in the line of duty.”
video footage show K9 Jack munches on his toy and quietly waits to receive his medal. When he was called to the front, the crowd burst into applause and rose to its feet.
However, K9 Jack did not drop the toy while the officer placed the medal around his neck. He also received a gift his basket filled with treats, chew toys, and squirt cheese.
of Democratic Party He said the shooting was being investigated by the Texas Rangers.
Meanwhile, Arnold also praised the K9's excellent ability to work with members of the communities they serve.
“Most police dogs are good at one or two things and are fine at everything else. Jack excels in all four categories. “When I saw him participate in school visits and other programs, I knew he was a particularly extraordinary person,” he said.
