A Roswell police K-9 diagnosed with cancer died Friday during a treatment for a medical emergency.

Edo has worked alongside his handler Officer Peter MacDonald as a dual-purpose K-9 at the Roswell Police Department since August 2020. He was proficient in narcotics detection, criminal apprehension, tracking, building searches and evidence recovery.

The K-9 was diagnosed with an “aggressive and widespread” form of cancer during treatment for a “sudden” medical emergency, officials said.

“Surrounded by the love and affection of his police family, Edo passed peacefully,” the department said.

It is with a heavy heart that the Roswell Police Department announces the passing of K9 Edo. During treatment for a...

Posted by Roswell Police Department on Friday, April 5, 2024

Edo was born in March 2019 in Hungary. He was a Belgian Malinois and German Shepherd mix.

“He served the Roswell community courageously and unwaveringly, and will be deeply be missed,” authorities said.

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