Mulugu: Police dog cremated with state honours
By : DC Correspondent
Update: 2024-11-25 16:58 GMT
Warangal: Scamper, a labrador sniffer dog belonging to the Mulugu district police department, was cremated with full state honours on Monday after battling illness. The dog had served diligently for over six years at the district headquarters.
District superintendent of police Sabarish, along with senior police officials and Scamper’s handler, paid their respects by placing wreaths at the cremation site and offering a traditional salute at the police training centre in Jagaram.
Speaking on the occasion, SP Sabarish stated, “Since 2018, Scamper has been an invaluable asset to our department, assisting in numerous critical operations. Her keen sense of smell has been instrumental in solving many cases and detecting various crimes.”
In a mark of respect, the police fired three rounds into the air before observing two minutes of silence. Following this, Scamper was cremated with state honours.
Additional SP Chandraiah, reserve inspectors Yadagiri, Madhukar, Ramesh, Raja, and dog squad staff were among those who paid their tributes alongside other police personnel.