Retired Reno Police K9 Bob Dies
The explosive detection dog, who served with the regional bomb squad, retired in 2021.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Law Enforcement
The Reno Police Department announced the passing of K9 Bob, a retired explosive detection dog who spent years serving the community. Bob had been living in retirement on a property in Tennessee since leaving the force.
Why it matters
K9s like Bob play a vital role in local public safety through specialized deployments and support at major regional events. His passing marks the end of a long service career dedicated to the Truckee Meadows.
Official department records confirm Bob served as an explosive detection K9 before his retirement in February 2021. The specific circumstances regarding his death remain unstated beyond the department announcement.
The players
K9 Bob
A retired explosive detection dog who served with the Reno Police Department and the regional Consolidated Bomb Squad.
Jason Morgan
A Reno Police officer who served as K9 Bob's handler.
Reno Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that confirmed the death of the retired K9.
The details
K9 Bob served the Northern Nevada community alongside Officer Jason Morgan, performing specialized duties with the regional Consolidated Bomb Squad. He was a frequent presence at local events and security operations throughout the area. Following his retirement in February 2021, Bob transitioned to a private life on a property in Tennessee, where he remained until his death.
Timeline
February 2021: Bob retired from the Reno Police Department.
October 2026: Reno Police announced the death of K9 Bob.
The Truckee Meadows View
This announcement follows the established tradition of honoring the specialized service records of Reno Police K9 units. It serves as a regional acknowledgement of the career legacy left by working dogs who provided security for the Truckee Meadows.
While there is no change to local services or public safety procedures, the announcement offers local residents a moment to reflect on the K9 unit's contributions. No further public events or actions are currently scheduled by the department regarding this news.
The takeaway
The career of a dedicated working animal highlights the specialized security layers behind local community events. Residents can continue to follow updates from the department via official city channels.
Further reading
For more information on the department's public safety operations, visit Law Enforcement.
