K-9 Officer Hit by Car While Chasing Bank Robbery Suspect

Newnan Police Say K-9 Officer Expected to Make Full Recovery

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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A K-9 officer with the Newnan Police Department was struck by a car while chasing a bank robbery suspect, but is expected to recover from minor injuries, authorities said.

Why it matters

Police K-9 units play a critical role in apprehending suspects and maintaining public safety, so incidents where they are injured in the line of duty raise concerns about officer welfare and the challenges law enforcement face in high-stakes pursuits.

The details

According to Newnan police, officers responded to a possible bank robbery and began chasing the suspect's vehicle. After the suspect crashed, they fled on foot, prompting K-9 officer Robbi to give chase. During the pursuit, Robbi was hit by a passing car but was still able to catch the suspect. Robbi was taken to a veterinary hospital with minor injuries and is expected to make a full recovery.

  • On February 11, 2026, Newnan police responded to a possible bank robbery.

The players

Robbi

A K-9 officer with the Newnan Police Department.

Newnan Police Department

The local law enforcement agency in Newnan, Georgia that responded to the bank robbery call and deployed K-9 officer Robbi.

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What’s next

Newnan police are continuing to investigate the bank robbery and the incident involving the K-9 officer.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the dangers that police K-9 officers face in carrying out their duties to protect the public, and the importance of ensuring their safety and well-being as they assist in law enforcement operations.