Los Angeles Police Department K-9 Memorial Monument Unveiling and Live Demonstration NA23060SF

WHAT:
Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) K-9 memorial monument unveiling, dedication and live demonstration.

WHEN:
Thursday, May 25, 2023
9:00 a.m.

WHERE:
LAPD Police Headquarters Facility – Courtyard
100 W. First Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

WHO:
Los Angeles Police Chief Michel R. Moore
K-9s and Handlers from LAPD Metropolitan Division
K-9s and Handlers from LAPD Gang & Narcotics Division
K-9s and Handlers from LAPD Bomb Detection Canine Unit
K-9s and Handlers from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
K-9 and Handler from Riverside County Sheriff ‘s Department
K-9 and Handler from Pasadena Police Department

WHY:
On Thursday, May 25, 2023, the Los Angeles Police Department’s Metropolitan Division K9 Platoon, will host a memorial dedication in honor of the police service dogs (K-9) who were killed in the line of duty.

During the ceremony and press conference, a bronze statue will be unveiled and officially dedicated to the four K-9s who made the ultimate sacrifice.  At the conclusion of the program, numerous K-9s and their handlers will perform a live demonstration and will be available for interviews.

RSVP:
Members of the media planning to attend the event are required to confirm their attendance by Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Please send the names of the attending media representatives to: PIO@lapd.online and include “K-9 Memorial RSVP” in the subject line.

CONTACT:
For additional information, please call LAPD Media Relations Division at (213) 486-5910.