NORTH VERNON, Ind. – The Jennings County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) has announced the passing of K-9 Axel, who passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 4, after a medical emergency.
K-9 Axel was an eight-year-old Dutch Shepherd and Belgian Malinois mix who served the department for seven years alongside his handler, Chief Deputy Cody Low.
The police dog was responsible for countless arrests, criminal apprehensions, and narcotics being recovered. Axel was a Medal of Valor Award recipient in 2023 and was given a Life Saving Award for his role in an incident in which he directly saved the life of Chief Deputy Low.
In addition to being a working dog, the Sheriff’s Office says, “Axel was a part of the JCSO family.”
Later this week after the snow, a memorial location will be announced so the public can visit and pay their respects to K-9 Axel.
