MOSES LAKE, Wash. — A Moses Lake police K9 is recovering after being shot through the eye while chasing a suspect.
KIRO News reports on Feb. 28, a suspect led Moses Lake police on a car chase for several miles before leaving the vehicle and running away.
The suspect was pursued by an officer and his K9 partner, Chief.
Police said the suspect opened fire, shooting K9 Chief in the eye. The suspect was shot and killed during the incident.
The bullet destroyed Chief’s eye and broke his jaw but didn’t do much other permanent damage. Chief will have surgery to have the eye removed. If surgery goes well, Chief could be headed home on Wednesday to rest.
Moses Lake police thanked the community on Facebook for their support and concern over K9 Chief.