Police K-9 Injured During Suspect Apprehension in Redondo Beach

New York, NY, September 25, 2026 —

A police K-9 was injured during an incident involving a barricaded suspect in Redondo Beach. The dog sustained injuries, including a portion of its ear being bitten off, during a takedown of the suspect.

The details surrounding the apprehension and the extent of the suspect’s barricade were not immediately available. The incident occurred during the process of taking the suspect into custody.

Information regarding the specific police department or agency involved, the name of the suspect, or the date and time of the incident was not provided in the initial summary.

The canine officer, also known as a K-9, is a trained police dog that assists officers in various law enforcement duties. These duties can include tracking suspects, detecting narcotics, and apprehension. The injuries sustained by the K-9 indicate a violent encounter during the takedown procedure.

The amount of the suspect’s ear that was bitten off was not specified. Further details regarding the condition of the K-9 and any subsequent medical treatment are also pending.

The investigation into the circumstances of the incident is expected to continue, and additional information may be released as it becomes available.

Story summarized from the original created by Daniel Farr on nypost.com, see more information here.

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