SAVANNAH, MO – The small town of Savannah, Missouri, is grappling with a tragic incident involving the death of a police K-9 named Horus, who reportedly died in a hot car after an overnight patrol shift. The incident occurred on June 20, and has since sparked widespread outrage and concern on social media.
Police Chief David Vincent confirmed the loss, stating that the Savannah Police Department and the community have suffered tremendously from the event. According to reports by Kansas City Fox affiliate WDAF, citing police sources, Horus was left in the car overnight. Specific details on how long Horus was left inside have not been disclosed, but the implications of the high temperatures are being considered central to the investigation.
The National Weather Service recorded temperatures reaching up to 90 degrees that day, with a low of 70 degrees. The American Veterinary Medical Association notes that temperatures inside a closed vehicle can escalate rapidly, reaching as high as 135 degrees within an hour at 90 degrees outside temperature, and 115 degrees at 70 degrees.