Beloved Police Dog dies after years of serving his community

Police Dog Ajax, affectionately referred to as “Captain Fluffy Bum” by his family, has died unexpectedly, following six years of service to his Sunshine Coast community.

Loyal and loving four-legged officer of the Queensland Police Service has died at the age of 10, after he dedicated six years of his life to protecting the Sunshine Coast community.

PD Ajax, whose family affectionately referred to him as ‘Captain Fluffy Bum’, was sworn in to the Queensland Police Service in September 2012 as a member of the Sunshine Coast Dog Squad.

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Police dog Ajax and his handler, Sargeant Craig Law were best mates. Picture: Queensland Police Service.

As a four-legged member of the QPS, PD Ajax, alongside his handler and best mate, Officer in Charge Sargeant Craig Law, was responsible for the detection and capture of numerous offenders, including those wanted for armed robbery, the unlawful use of motor vehicles and breaking and entering.

The Queensland Police Service today said Ajax “tragically died at 10-years-old after a recent visit to the vet identified a cancerous tumour.”

“Throughout his six years of service, PD Ajax proved he had a bark like no other and many fleeing offenders across the Sunshine Coast District experienced his tenacity and commitment to helping keep the community safe,” police said in a statement.

Ajax passed away at the age of 10. Picture: Queensland Police Service.

Sergeant Law vowed to remember his beloved colleague and pet as a loyal partner, but, more importantly, as family.

“Handlers and their dogs develop bonds during their working lives that cannot be matched,” Sergeant Law said.

“While Ajax tracked down offenders with enthusiasm, at home he was a fierce protector of my family and quickly became one of us.

Ajax passed away at the age of 10. Picture: Queensland Police Service.

“There is no doubt that while he liked being a Police Dog, he found getting spoiled at home was just as much fun as tracking an offender.

“His passing was very unexpected and his absence has left a huge void for our family, in particular for his favourite ‘handler’, my wife Abby.”

In a statement, the Queensland Police Service said PD Ajax will never be forgotten.

“PD Ajax, with honour you served and it was our honour to serve with you.”