A Virginia police K-9 named Rivan was killed in the line of duty while attempting to protect a correctional officer during an assault at a state prison. The attack, carried out by incarcerated, illegal immigrant MS-13 gang members, involved the dog being stabbed, kicked, and beaten. The incident has sparked a strong response from officials, including Virginia's governor, who vowed 'No mercy on them' and 'God bless Rivan', ensuring that those responsible would be held accountable. The Virginia Department of Corrections and other authorities have confirmed the details of the tragic event.
K-9 killed protecting officer and inmate who was attacked by prisoners, Virginia officials say https://t.co/yaTr5xrzET https://t.co/i1BfVhl2sC
A K-9 was killed “heroically” protecting a correctional officer, who was responding to a violent attack involving apparent gang members, Virginia prison officials said. https://t.co/1QoDcs3fLy
Rest in Peace, Rivan: Virginia K-9 Officer Brutally Killed by ACTUAL Animals in MS-13 https://t.co/TBCBLKPssj
A Virginia police dog was stabbed and killed during an assault by MS-13 gang members at a state prison, Virginia corrections officials said. https://t.co/GoqU5js3Wf
No mercy on them, @GovernorVA !!! Hero, Officer Rivan (K-9), was kicked and beaten to death by inmates while protecting his colleagues. https://t.co/Dm3qRkwAps
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A police dog was killed by illegal immigrant MS-13 gang members who stabbed and kicked the K-9 as he was trying to restore order amid a gang beating at a Virginia prison, according to authorities. https://t.co/LxLmfw9zZ3
Heroic K-9 killed by incarcerated MS-13 members, Virginia Department of Corrections says https://t.co/gX1pLsURZw https://t.co/jGxHggXa0y
God bless Rivan, a heroic K-9 who was killed in the line of duty in Virginia. These barbaric members of MS-13 will be held accountable. https://t.co/FC9mHwV2bs