Authorities said the man shot at officers and wounded a state police K9, who later died from his injuries. The post Man who allegedly shot officer, killed K-9 dog killed by police in Maine appeared first on Boston.

K-9 Preacher was more than just a working dog — he was a dedicated partner, a protector, and a hero,” said Maine State Police Colonel William Ross.

A police K-9 who was injured during a standoff in northern Maine has died. A Maine deputy was also shot before the suspect died after being shot by police on Monday. Maine State Police and the Aroostook County Sheriff’s Office responded to 20 Ranger Street in Portage Lake for a report of a domestic dispute between a woman and 29-year-old Steven Righini.