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

Polk K9 Ace recovering after Kathleen shootout

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K9 Ace was critically injured in a Kathleen shootout; suspect Angel Bowers was killed. Ace may be forced to retire after 6 years.
WHO: K9 Ace; Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies and handler; suspect Angel Bowers
WHAT: Ace, a Polk County K9, was shot and critically injured during a shootout; authorities say he saved three deputies’ lives. Bowers was killed and Ace may be forced to retire after six years of service.
WHEN: Aug 7, 2026 at 1:11 PM ET
WHERE: Kathleen, Polk County, Florida
WHY: The suspect opened fire from inside a tent, shooting Ace and causing severe blood loss.
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