“Should evidence point to any breach of trust or collusion, those responsible will face legal consequences. This assurance comes from the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) as it confirms the untimely and suspicious death of Police Canine 642, “Tyson.” so says ACP Dr. Mashama Sealy.
Tyson, a highly trained detection dog was gifted by the French authorities to Saint Lucia last year and specialized in narcotics and weapons recovery, and played a critical role in Saint Lucia’s national security efforts. His death has prompted a full criminal investigation.
According to the RSLPF, internal notifications were made prior to the public announcement, including to Tyson’s handler, his unit within the K-9 Division, and other relevant authorities. The Force acknowledged the emotional toll of the incident and ensured key personnel were informed before releasing the news.
A postmortem examination has already been conducted. The ongoing investigation includes a review of operational environments, forensic analysis, interviews, and an audit of recent canine deployments.
The police have confirmed growing concerns about potential interference, internal breaches, or outside influence. In response, the RSLPF stated that the investigation is being handled with full independence and integrity.
“Should evidence point to any breach of trust or collusion, those responsible will face legal consequences,” Dr Sealy emphasized.
In the meantime, the Force has pledged to maintain its anti-narcotics and anti-firearm operations by deploying additional tactical and K-9 assets.
Tyson was described by the RSLPF as more than a working dog, he was a symbol of dedication, loyalty, and valour.
