Austin Fire Department announces death of retired arson K-9, Smokey

AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Fire Department is mourning the death of Smokey, a retired arson detection K-9 who died June 16 at the age of 14.

ALSO | Round Rock police arrest man six minutes after stolen vehicle report

Smokey served the Austin community alongside his handler, retired Battalion Chief Randy Elmore. The department did not provide additional details about the cause of death.

Comment with Bubbles

BE THE FIRST TO COMMENT

The Austin Fire Department extended its condolences to the Elmore family.