[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 35 (Friday, February 21, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E148-E149]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING CANINE OFFICER MURPH

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 21, 2025

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Canine 
Officer Murph of the Vacaville Police Department's K-9 Unit. I have 
named Canine Officer Murph as the California 4th District's Public 
Safety Hero of the Year for Solano County because of his extraordinary 
selflessness, dedication and service to others.
  Born on July 4, 2020, Canine Officer Murph began his law enforcement 
career in 2021. Paired with his partner, Officer Chad Hudson, the two 
quickly became the senior K-9 team of the Vacaville Police Department's 
K-9 unit. Canine Officer Murph has been expertly trained to assist in 
the apprehension of criminal suspects and the detection of narcotics. 
Canine Officer Murph has facilitated numerous arrests, assisted nearly 
every department within the agency, and worked numerous hours in the 
line of duty.
  Canine Officer Murph is also heavily involved in the Vacaville Police 
Department's mission of community engagement. When Canine Officer Murph 
was not actively patrolling, he and his partner conducted canine 
demonstrations to showcase their unique skillset and abilities to the 
public. Of these demonstrations, Canine Officer Murph's favorite 
engagements are with elementary school students in

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the Travis and Vacaville Unified School Districts. Canine Officer Murph 
is a favorite among the students and these visits have allowed him to 
connect with hundreds of children.
  On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, Canine Officer Murph assisted the 
Vacaville Police Department with the service of a high-risk arrest 
warrant. During this operation, the suspect, a suicidal individual who 
had attempted on many occasions to harm uninvolved members of the 
public, was confronted in front of his residence. The suspect was armed 
with a rifle, and Canine Officer Murph was deployed in a heroic effort 
to resolve the engagement without using lethal force.
  Tragically, the suspect fired upon Canine Officer Murph and struck 
him in his left paw, causing a serious injury that ultimately resulted 
in the amputation of his leg. Despite his injury, Canine Officer Murph 
was able to successfully detain the suspect and prevent further harm to 
the public. During this incident, Canine Officer Murph displayed 
exemplary bravery and demonstrated the importance of his specialized 
training Canine Officer Murph is currently recovering at home under the 
care of his partner Officer Hudson. On the day of his return home, K-9 
teams across the region lined the streets to honor his service.
  Mr. Speaker, Canine Officer Murph has displayed courage and valor in 
all aspects of his work. His selfless dedication and unfaltering 
bravery exemplify the highest levels of public service. Canine Officer 
Murph is truly. deserving of this honor, and we wish him a speedy 
recovery and many dog treats in his future.

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