A Massachusetts police department is mourning the death of a beloved veteran K-9.
Dunkin, who served with Methuen Police from 2007-14, passed away Saturday after a long battle with cancer.
The 11-year-old Dutch Shepherd also suffered from arthritis. She was surrounded by her loving family at the time of her death.
In 2009, Dunkin and her handler, 17-year Methuen Police officer Jeff Torrisi, took part in a national competition after placing first during the PD1's in Maine. Dunkin was also named "Top Dog" in the region when she and Torrisi competed in New Hampshire's PD1's in 2010.
"During her short but fulfilling retirement, Dunkin enjoyed rides in the family Jeep, family time with the Torrisi's and playing ball in the back yard," said Chief Joe Solomon in a statement.
