Toronto police honour fallen K9, Bingo: "Forever my hero"

The memorial at the Woodbine Banquet Hall in Etobicoke included a procession flanked by canine units from police services across Ontario.

Bingo joined the Police Dog Services in July 2022 and was partnered with Sgt. Brandon Smith. After completing extensive training with Smith, the K9 graduated in December 2022. He was shot and killed while looking for an armed suspect in north Etobicoke.

Smith said, “I truly believe, if not for Bingo, I wouldn’t be standing here today with my family and in front of you all.” He added “I miss you, partner. You’ll forever be my hero.”