06/02/2026
Some losses strike at the very heart of the law enforcement family.
Today, the men and women of the Henry County Sheriff’s Office join the Chesterfield County Police Department in mourning the loss of K-9 Knight, who gave his life in the line of duty while protecting others during a violent incident that left two officers wounded.
To many, a police K-9 is a dog. To those who wear the badge, they are so much more. They are partners, protectors, and family. They stand beside their handlers in the most dangerous moments without hesitation, asking for nothing in return except the chance to do the job they were trained to do.
K-9 Knight served faithfully alongside Corporal John Walsh, forming the kind of bond that only a handler and K-9 can truly understand. Built on trust, loyalty, and an unwavering commitment to one another, that partnership helped keep officers and citizens safe every day.
The loss of a K-9 is felt far beyond the agency where they served. It is felt by every deputy, officer, handler, and K-9 team who understands the sacrifices these four-legged heroes make. Knight answered the call with courage and gave everything in service to his community.
As we remember Knight, we also continue to keep the injured officers, their families, and the entire Chesterfield County Police Department in our thoughts and prayers as they navigate the difficult days ahead.
Thank you for your service, Knight. Your watch has ended, but your legacy will live on in every life you helped protect, every officer you stood beside, and every community member who is safer because of your sacrifice.
End of Watch: May 31, 2026
