10/19/2025
R.I.P. KYRO, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE
Honoring K-9 Kyro: A Beloved Partner and Hero 💙🐾
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of K-9 Kyro, a cherished member of the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FL), on October 14, 2025. Kyro, just 2 years old, passed away due to an undiagnosed medical condition.
Kyro was more than a K-9; he was a loyal partner to Master Deputy Marcus Dawson and a dedicated protector of our community. In his short but impactful career, Kyro helped arrest 37 individuals, detected 65 grams of illegal narcotics, and located 25 items of drug paraphernalia. His service and dedication were nothing short of extraordinary.
Sheriff Rick Staly shared, “There’s a saying that ‘all dogs go to heaven,’ and Master Deputy Dawson did everything he could to save his beloved partner. Sadly, just like humans, our four-legged partners can also have undiagnosed medical conditions. I guess God needed a well-trained and beautiful K-9 in heaven.”
We ask our community to keep Master Deputy Dawson and the entire FCSO family in your thoughts during this difficult time. Kyro’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Details about Kyro’s memorial service will be shared when available.
Rest easy, Kyro. You will be greatly missed. 💙🐾
