Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office K9 Dies Following Medical Incident

It is with regret that the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office announces the death of K9 Ranger, Badge 2037.

On June 11th, 2023, Ranger, a 4-year-old Belgian Malinois, and his handler Corporal Heimer were training for an upcoming K9 Trial. At one point, Ranger did not seem himself and was transported to an animal hospital for a medical emergency. Unfortunately, Ranger succumbed to his illness.

Ranger began his tour of duty with our office in 2020. He was trained to detect odors of narcotics and in patrol work. During his tenure with us, he assisted deputies honorably in several patrol-related calls and made creditable contributions to Law Enforcement efforts.

On behalf of all of us at the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office, we extend our sincerest condolences to K9 Ranger’s family. Ranger was taken way before his time.