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Deputy forced to shoot and kill K-9 deputy

K-9 Recon died of a gunshot wound.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A Polk County deputy was forced to fatally shoot another deputy's K-9 after the dog clamped down on his hand and wouldn't let go Monday night, according to law enforcement.

A spokesperson for the Polk County Sheriff's Office confirmed the K-9 handler was supposed to be caring for the other deputy's dog named Recon while the second law enforcement officer was out of town.

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But, when the deputy showed up to look after Recon, the dog attacked and bit his hand -- causing the deputy to shoot, the spokesperson confirmed.

Recon was pronounced dead.

The deputy was hurt but will be fine, according to the sheriff's office.

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