K-9 Officer Figor Retires After Heroic Service

0:00It's April 23rd, welcome in. This is Dallas News Today, where local news meets AI. Dallas Police just threw a big retirement bash for their star K9 officer, Figger, who's been riding with the department since 2022. This brave dog got shot in the chest back in April 2023 during a tough suspect search, but he powered through and earned the star of. Texas Award from Governor Greg Avid. Both Figger and his handler, senior Corporal Scott Jay, took bullets that night in the 3000 block of Cypress Avenue while chasing down Brian. Cassilus. Jay hit the suspect who didn't make it, and Figger kept pushing forward even after getting wounded. Folks at the department called Figuar a total hero for protecting his partner like that. Then, Chief Eddie Garcia praised him big time, and Jay got back on the streets with Figuar by September 2023, proving they're unbreakable. Bond. Fast forward to this week, and Figuar's hanging up his badge for good on April 22nd, 2026,

1:01heading to a peaceful ranch life under. Jay's care. Department rules mean handlers put the full bill for Retire K9s now. The police association stepping up with a fundraiser through assist the officer. To help Jay keep Figuar comfy and retire him in loyalty like that, deserves every bit of support.