TULSA, Okla. — The Tulsa Police Department is mourning the loss of one of their K9 officers.

Riggs joined the department in 2012. Throughout his career, Riggs helped capture 88 violent suspects. Many others surrendered willingly when confronted by Riggs.

Lieutenant Chad Murtaugh was Riggs’ partner. The pair became close as they worked together. In fact, Riggs was there when Murtaugh was injured during a police chase in 2019.

Murtaugh said Riggs saved his life, and the lives of other officers, during his career.

Riggs retired in 2020 and spent the last years of his life living with Murtaugh as a beloved member of his family. Riggs loved attention, scratches, and belly rubs.

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