Tombstone Deputy Marshal is forced to shoot and kill K-9 during the attack

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – A Tombstone deputy marshal was forced to shoot and kill his K-9 partner Hawk after the dog attacked him, according to the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office.

The CCSO said it happened early Tuesday morning at the Tombstone Marshal’s Office.

Deputy Marshal John Cody said he was working with Hawk when the K-9 attacked him.

“Cody advised that the K-9 was clinging to his leg and would not let go, causing serious ankle/leg injuries,” the CCSO said in a news release. “Deputy Marshal Cody was able to enter the bathroom and partially close the door in an attempt to get the K-9 to unlock it through the bite.”

The CCSO said Hawk wouldn’t let go and Cody was forced to shoot him.

Hawk died at the scene and Cody was transported to a Tucson hospital for treatment of his leg injuries.

Cody is off duty on medical leave during the investigation.

“We appreciate our K-9 program and our handlers,” said Tombstone Marshal Jim Adams. “We are confident that a thorough and objective review of this unfortunate incident will be completed by the Sheriff’s Office.”

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