The PSNI has lost one of its longest serving police dogs after he "became ill whilst on duty".
Whiskey, who was around six years-old, passed away recently with his handler by his side.
Police said he had an undiagnosed illness that could not be treated.
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A PSNI spokesperson said: "Whiskey passed away with his handler by his side at the vets. He had an undiagnosed illness which could not be treated.
"Whiskey was a general purpose dog who worked with his handler on public order incidents and tracking.
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"Whiskey’s favourite duty was attending community events where he got to meet and interact with members of the community."
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