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San Diego County Sheriff’s K-9 Nike recovering after stabbing during Escondido arrest
A 6-year-old Sheriff’s K-9 named Nike was stabbed multiple times in the face while assisting the Escondido Police Department with a burglary arrest early Saturday morning. The suspect was taken into custody and faces multiple charges, including injuring a working dog, while the K-9 has been released from emergency veterinary care.
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This incident highlights the risks faced by law enforcement s during active crime scenes and results in specific criminal charges for the suspect involved.
Key Facts
- A 6-year-old Belgian Malinois K-9 named Nike was stabbed multiple times in the face during an arrest.
- The incident occurred around midnight on Saturday near South Orange Street in Escondido.
- The suspect, age 35, was arrested on charges of injuring a working dog, resisting arrest, second-degree burglary, and property vandalism.
- The K-9 sustained five lacerations and two puncture wounds.
- The K-9 required 10 stitches to treat his injuries.
- The K-9 was treated at the Veterinary Specialty Hospital of North County and released Saturday morning.
- The suspect was booked into the Vista Detention Facility.
Who's Mentioned
organizationVeterinary Specialty Hospital“Facility where the K-9 received emergency treatment”otherNike“6-year-old Belgian Malinois K-9 with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office”organizationSan Diego County Sheriff’s Office“Law enforcement agency reporting the incident”locationVista Detention Facility“Facility where the suspect was booked”organizationEscondido Police Department“Requested K-9 assistance for a burglary in progress”