The handler has been criminally cited. The K9 was removed from service. I don't know exactly how every case of a dog attack is handled, but so far this incident seems to have been handled consistent with other similar incidents, regardless of who owns the dog.

Obviously, if the K9 has a history of aggressive behavior, then the dog is likely to be put down. It has been my experience that K9 histories are much better documented than non-service dogs.

I guess we will see if this case is handled much differently than other similar cases, but up to the present it seems as it is being handled pretty much like most other dog on dog attacks.

Does anyone have additional information about the Thornton police or prosecutors giving preferential treatment to the K9, handler or DCSO?