Sgt. Rick Elliott

Sgt. Rick Elliot, 50, passed away on May 24, 2006 at his home in Hutchinson, Kansas. Elliott’s wife walked in the bathroom to find her husband dead.  He was a Master Trainer, Judge for the Kansas Police Dog Association,  head K-9 handler for the Hutchinson Correctional Facility, trainer for Southern Police Canine in North Carolina and held and hosted several dog seminars. He was also the Owner of Elliott’s Police K-9. His certifications included patrol, narcotics, tracking, and explosives. In 1998, Rick was one of a handful of dog handlers who started the Kansas Police Dog Association. For nearly 20 years, he worked at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility with bloodhounds and german shepherds.  He trained dogs throughout the world receiving 12 formal commendation letters and numerous awards. Elliott leaves behind a wife and two sons. A memorial fund has been set up for Rick’s wife and two sons with the Hutchinson Government Employees Credit Union. Donations can be sent to: HGECU c/o Rick Elliott Memorial Fund, 121 E. Avenue “A”, Hutchinson Kansas 67501

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