Meet Shorty, The Beagle K-9 That Tracked Down Suspect That Shot At Deputies

September 1, 2020

When an Escambia County man opened fired and became involved in a gun battle with deputies last Friday it was ultimately a cute little beagle named Shorty that tracked him down in the woods near the Perdido River.

“So here he is! After helping the ECSO apprehend an armed suspect in the woods last Friday, K9 shorty was able to take a quick break from crime fighting for a picture with Chief Deputy Chip Simmons and Lt. Simms from the Escambia County Road Camp,” the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office wrote on social media.

While Shortly ultimately found the suspect, the manhunt included the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, Pensacola Police Department, Santa Rosa County Sheriffs’ Office, FWC, Escambia County Corrections, Escambia County EMS, Florida Highway Patrol, U.S. Marshals and other agencies.

Pictured: Shorty with Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Chip Simmons and Lt. Simms from the Escambia County Road Camp. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

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11 Responses to “Meet Shorty, The Beagle K-9 That Tracked Down Suspect That Shot At Deputies”

  1. Jim Brand on September 4th, 2020 8:35 am

    Great job Shorty! That little guy deserves a big medal! Also super job Chief Deputy Simmons and Lt Simms!

  2. David Laudermilchj on September 4th, 2020 8:35 am

    This story makes for a happy day. I had a beagle 70 years ago who was my best friend. Wish I could have him now. Thank you for happy story.

  3. C Daniel on September 2nd, 2020 3:17 pm

    I was waiting for Donna to give a “High Five” for the beagle brigade. Short but powerful and always on the hunt.

  4. David Huie Green on September 2nd, 2020 6:47 am

    (fame not game)

  5. Georgia Varazo Chestnut on September 1st, 2020 6:02 pm

    I love love this story!! What a great pup , I’m so happy he helped track down the bad guy. Thank you for posting..

  6. David Huie Green on September 1st, 2020 12:34 pm

    Let us hope he doesn’t let all the game go to his head.

  7. Donna on September 1st, 2020 10:20 am

    Shorty’s by far the most handsome guy in the picture! Go Shorty!

    I love Beagles. Nothing slows them down when they’re on a track and they never give up, as a lot of criminals have already discovered. And great job, LEO’s. No fun chasing somebody through a swamp, hot as it is.

  8. EMD on September 1st, 2020 10:12 am

    Thanks to all three of you. Good job. Hugs and kisses to that cute little “Snoopy” dog.

  9. Dara on September 1st, 2020 8:13 am

    This is the best story I have seen in a long time. Sweet little pup saved the day !
    Great job Shorty, and all Law Enforcement Officers. Nothing but respect for you all of you.

  10. john on September 1st, 2020 7:09 am

    Ole’ Shorty outsmart the criminal….give the little fella a metal, and some Scooby smacks!

  11. JTV on September 1st, 2020 4:59 am

    Thank you Shorty and Lt Simms.

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