Overview

• A German Shepherd donated to the Burlington Police Department attacked Chief Nathan Hill’s 3-year-old daughter at the family’s home on August 11, and she later died at Kit Carson County Memorial Hospital.
• Deputies arriving at the scene found the dog secured in a kennel, and it was taken to the Burlington Dog Pound where it was humanely euthanized.
• The dog had served solely as a narcotics-detection K-9 with Cheyenne County until that unit was disbanded, and it never received training in protection or apprehension.
• Kit Carson County investigators describe the event as a tragic accident, have ruled out criminal charges, and have not released details on what prompted the attack.
• Local officials have asked the community to respect the family’s privacy and have reassured residents that there is no ongoing public safety risk.