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Andrews police to hold memorial service for K9 Iro
By Tamlyn Price at CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
ANDREWS, Texas (KOSA) - The Andrews Police Department will hold a memorial service to celebrate the life of K9 Iro on July 14 at 4 p.m.Iro was born Oct. 10, 2018, in the Netherlands and joined the Andrews Police Department in 2020, where he was partnered with Cpl. Escobar.Six years of serviceDuri...
Key takeaway 10, 2018, in the Netherlands and joined the Andrews Police Department in 2020, where he was partnered with Cpl.
Why this matters in The Odessa
The memorial service for K9 Iro is a poignant reminder of the crucial role that law enforcement animals play in keeping communities like Andrews and Odessa safe. As a key partner to Cpl. Escobar, Iro's work on patrol and in community demonstrations helped build trust and strengthen relationships between the police department and the public. His six years of service are a testament to the value that K9 units bring to local law enforcement, from supporting officers in high-pressure situations to engaging with residents in educational settings. The Permian Basin community has come to appreciate the important work of K9 officers like Iro, and his memorial service will likely draw attendees from across the region who want to pay their respects to a dedicated public servant. The service will be an opportunity for the community to come together and honor Iro's legacy.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com) ·
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What is this story about? ANDREWS, Texas (KOSA) - The Andrews Police Department will hold a memorial service to celebrate the life of K9 Iro on July 14 at 4 p.m.Iro was born Oct. 10, 2018, in the Netherlands and joined the Andrews Police Department in 2020, where he was partnered with Cpl. Escobar.Six years of serviceDuri...
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