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Hewitt PD K9 officer passes away
Summary by Waco Editorial Desk FOX 44
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about Kurek's service and the circumstances of his passing can be found through the Hewitt Police Department's announcement, as reported by FOX 44.
The Hewitt Police Department is mourning a loss. A K9 officer named Kurek has passed away, according to an announcement from the department. Kurek was born in 2018 and started serving with Hewitt PD in 2020.
He worked alongside his handler, Officer Zahirniak, during his time with the department. The department has announced Kurek's passing, but details are limited. Further information about Kurek's service and the circumstances of his passing can be found through the Hewitt Police Department's announcement, as reported by FOX 44.
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Category: safety Published: June 18, 2026 Source: FOX 44 Reading time: 1 min
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