Hurricane, America's Most Decorated K-9, Dies at 16

The Belgian Malinois, known for stopping a White House intruder in 2014, leaves behind a legacy of valor and service.

Hurricane, a retired Secret Service Special Operations Canine, passed away at the age of 16 after a life of extraordinary service.
In 2014, Hurricane famously subdued a White House intruder while President Obama and his family were home, sustaining injuries that led to his early retirement in 2016.
Hurricane received numerous honors, including the DHS Secretary’s Award for Valor, the PDSA Order of Merit, and the Animals in War and Peace Distinguished Service Medal, making him the most decorated K-9 in U.S. history.
After retirement, Hurricane's handler, Marshall Mirarchi, founded the nonprofit Hurricane's Heroes to provide veterinary care for retired law enforcement and military dogs.
Hurricane was honored one last time at the White House before his passing, where he was presented with a plaque and an American flag by his former colleagues.