Beloved Boston police K-9 passes away following brief illness

BOSTON (WHDH) - The Boston Police Department is mourning the loss of beloved K-9 Rocky who passed away following a brief illness.

Seven-year-old Rocky had served the City of Boston over six years as a dual purpose patrol and explosive detection K-9.

His handler and partner said that Rocky was a great dog who enjoyed working and will be dearly missed.

Boston police say their “thoughts go out to this officer during this difficult time.”

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