06/10/2026
🚨PRESS RELEASE 🚨
Suspect Arrested Following Domestic Violence Investigation
Multiple Pursuits, and Assault on Police K-9
Spartanburg, S.C. — On June 10, 2026, officers with the Spartanburg Police Department responded to a domestic violence-related dispute at approximately 2:30p.m. Prior to officers’ arrival, the male suspect fled the scene in a white pickup truck.
Officers later located the vehicle in the Cedar Springs area of the City of Spartanburg and attempted a traffic stop. The driver refused to stop and fled into Spartanburg County toward Keltner Avenue. During the incident, the suspect fled from law enforcement on two separate occasions.
Officers subsequently conducted a high-risk traffic stop; however, the suspect refused repeated commands to exit the vehicle. In an effort to safely take the suspect into custody, officers broke a window of the vehicle and deployed K-9 Bruno to assist with extracting the driver.
During the encounter, K-9 Bruno was cut on the top of his head with a box cutter by the suspect. Bruno was immediately transported for veterinary treatment. Fortunately, his injuries are not considered life-threatening, and he is expected to recover.
Following the assault, the suspect fled again from officers in the vehicle. Deputies with the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office later located the vehicle, and another pursuit was initiated. Deputies successfully utilized a (PIT) maneuver, bringing the pursuit to an end. The suspect's vehicle crashed, and he was taken into custody without further incident.
The investigation remains active, and additional information, including charges, will be released as it becomes available.
"I want to commend our officers, investigators, K-9 team, and our partners with the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office for their professionalism, and teamwork throughout this dangerous incident," said Major Littlejohn. "We are especially grateful that K-9 Bruno's injuries were not life-threatening, and we appreciate the outstanding care he received. Incidents like this demonstrate the dedication and commitment of the men and women who serve our community every day."
Anyone with additional information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Spartanburg Police Department.
