Engine Failure Leads to Death of Two Police Dogs in Sydney

A malfunction in the air conditioning system of a police vehicle's cooling pod resulted in the tragic deaths of two German shepherds during a training day.

• The dogs, Xtra and Soldier, were found dead inside a police vehicle in Lucas Heights after being left for two hours.
• An investigation has been launched to determine if a mechanical failure caused the air conditioning to shut off.
• Despite an alarm system, the handler was unable to respond in time, resulting in the deaths of the dogs.
• The NSW Police have started implementing changes, including more frequent inspections of dogs in cooling pods.
• Both dogs were valued members of the police force, with Xtra serving since 2018 and Soldier in training since February 2024.

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