Feb 4, 2025 · A Maine State Police K9, Preacher, was killed in the line of duty on Monday night during a Portage Lake shootout that left one Aroostook County deputy injured and the suspect dead after he opened fire on law enforcement during a domestic dispute.

Feb 4, 2025 · A police dog shot while trying to stop a domestic violence suspect at the end of a long standoff in Portage, Maine, on Monday died hours later, officials said Tuesday. K-9 Preacher, a...

Feb 4, 2025 · "K9 Preacher was more than just a working dog—he was a dedicated partner, a protector, and a hero," said Colonel William Ross, head of the Maine State Police.

5 days ago · Maine State Police and the Aroostook County Sheriff's Office responded to a domestic violence report at a home in ... "K-9 Preacher was more than just a working dog—he was a dedicated partner, a ...

A police dog shot at the end of a long standoff in Portage, Maine, on Monday died hours later, officials said Tuesday. K-9 Preacher, a 4-year-old Belgian Malinois, had been with Maine State Police ...

6 days ago · A Maine man was killed by authorities after fatally shooting a Maine State Police (MSP) K-9 named "Preacher" in the line of duty. The 4-year-old Belgian Malinois was killed on Monday during a ...

6 days ago · Maine State Police K-9 Preacher, a two year old Belgian Malinois was killed in the line of duty during a tactical team operation in Portage Lake.

6 days ago · PORTAGE – Maine State Police K-9 Preacher, a four-year-old Belgian Malinois, was killed in the line of duty on Monday, February 3, 2025, during a tactical team operation in Portage. Sgt. Jonathan Russell stands with K-9 Preacher.

Feb 4, 2025 · State police said Righini shot Deputy Shane Campbell in the shoulder and later shot a state police dog named Preacher, who was rushed to an emergency veterinarian for surgery and later died.

5 days ago · But just like any good human and dog relationship, the bond is strong and the loss is felt to the soul. Maine State Police K9 Shot in the Line of Duty. Shared on Facebook, the Maine State Police released the details of an incident in Aroostook County on February 3. A standoff between an individual and police was underway and when the suspect ...