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UPDATED Aug 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Aug 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET

Polk K9 Ace shot in leg, transported by Aeromed

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Ace, a Polk County Sheriff’s K9, was shot Thursday and flown by Aeromed for treatment; he will be retired.
WHO: Polk County Sheriff’s Office K9 Ace; Polk County Sheriff’s Office; Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic; Tampa General Hospital Aeromed crew; treating veterinarians
WHAT: A Polk County Sheriff’s Office K9 was shot in the leg, treated at two veterinary facilities, and will be retired due to severe injuries.
WHEN: Aug 7, 2026 at 12:44 PM ET
WHERE: Polk County, Florida
WHY: Ace was shot in the front left leg by a suspect; the incident caused severe blood loss and a broken leg.
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