Police dog killed by MS-13 gang members at Virginia state prison

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
A police dog named Rivan was stabbed and killed while protecting an officer from MS-13 gang members at a state prison in Virginia. The inmates involved were affiliated with MS-13 and were in the US illegally. The dog's sacrifice is being honored with a memorial service.

Key Points

  • Rivan died protecting the officer during an attack by MS-13 gang members at Sussex I State Prison
  • Inmates violently and repeatedly stabbed and kicked Rivan
  • The inmates involved were from El Salvador and Guatemala and were in the US illegally
  • The inmates had charges including first-degree homicide, attempted rape, kidnapping, and child pornography
  • Three out of four inmates were known members of MS-13

Pros

  • Rivan's sacrifice potentially saved the lives of the officer and an inmate
  • The corrections officer, Phillip Fields, was not seriously injured thanks to Rivan's actions

Cons

  • The loss of Rivan is tragic and highlights the dangers faced by K-9 units in law enforcement