What happened to K9 Robbi during the bank robbery suspect pursuit?

K9 Robbi was struck by a vehicle while pursuing a bank robbery suspect but continued the chase and helped apprehend the individual.

What injuries did K9 Robbi sustain?

Robbi suffered minor abrasions and no internal injuries and is expected to make a full recovery.

Which police department is investigating the bank robbery and chase?

The Newnan Police Department is leading the investigation into the bank robbery and the subsequent chase.

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Georgia K9 Takes Hit, Continues Chase to Apprehend Bank Robber

13 Feb

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Summary

K9 Robbi was struck by a vehicle during a bank robbery suspect pursuit.
Despite being hit, the K9 continued the chase and aided in the arrest.
Robbi sustained minor abrasions and is expected to fully recover.

Georgia K9 Takes Hit, Continues Chase to Apprehend Bank Robber

A Coweta County Sheriff's Office K9 deputy, Robbi, demonstrated incredible resilience on Wednesday when he was struck by a vehicle during a pursuit. The incident unfolded as deputies responded to a possible bank robbery at Regions Bank in Newnan, Georgia.

Authorities attempted a traffic stop on the suspect's vehicle, but the driver failed to yield, initiating a chase. The pursuit concluded when the suspect crashed and attempted to flee on foot.