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Jose Domingo Ayala Alas, 37, allegedly ran during a Nov. 22 traffic stop, leading Burbank police officers and K9 Spike to chase after him in a residential neighborhood.
Officials said Alas opened fire, shooting Spike, after the dog spotted him in nearby bushes.
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One of Burbank Police Department’s K9s, Spike, was killed in the line of duty, according to an announcement posted Nov. 23. (Burbank Police Department/Facebook)
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While multiple efforts were made to negotiate with him, Alas continued shooting at police officers, officials said.
Officers from multiple law enforcement agencies returned fire, killing Alas.
Jose Domingo Ayala Alas was killed by police officers after he shot dead a Burbank Police K9. (City of Burbank)
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Flowers, stuffed animals and other mementos were collected and placed on display by the community.
The Burbank community created a memorial for Spike, a police K9 shot and killed in the line of duty. (Burbank Police Department/Facebook)
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“A heartfelt thank you to the men and women of the Burbank PD—your strength, dedication, and commitment to holding the line, especially in moments of grief, embody the true spirit of service. … We are grateful to K9 Spike, who paid the ultimate sacrifice and ensured the men and women of Burbank PD returned home safe that night.”
* Original Article:
https://www.foxnews.com/us/illegal-immigrant-gang-member-killed-police-k9-spike-before-officers-returned-fire-california-source