Deputy K-9 dies days after being shot

A deputy K-9 fighting for his life after being shot by a suspect in the line of duty has died. According to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), K-9 Leo died as a result of his injuries sustained on Saturday, Feb. 17. Leo was wearing a bulletproof vest when shot once by a suspect during a call in Silver Springs. The bullet struck the K-9 in an area not covered by his vest.