UPDATED: The Globe reports that Cezar has lost an eye and suffered a shattered eardrum.
PREVIOUSLY: A Joplin police dog, Cezar, was shot in the head while chasing a suspect early today, but is expected to survive. The suspect, who was accused of robbing a restaurant, was arrested after a standoff.
Photo of Cezar and Officer Gabe Allen via The AP.
That's sad
Posted by: nonya | Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 12:58 PM
I hope the dog gets better...
Wonder what they will charge the perp with...
Posted by: | Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 01:25 PM
That is one good looking dog.
I wish him all the best.
Posted by: JDog | Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 01:41 PM
Cezar has got to be one of the most beautiful GS I have ever seen. Sadly, I imagine his career is most likely going to end in retirement.
This seems to be a date that unfortunately seems to have tragic events.
Posted by: CareBear | Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 02:15 PM