A Dallas Police K9 officer who was a injured over the weekend when he fell down an elevator shaft while on duty is going to be OK.
The dog, named Yoll, was with his handler Sr. Cpl. Susan Millard responding to a theft call Saturday morning.
As the two searched an abandoned hospital in the 7500 block of Scyene Road, Yoll fell down the elevator shaft.
The 6-year-old German shepherd had two small scrapes on his feet and was seen by a veterinarian. He was released and sent home with Millard who was not hurt during the search.
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DPD said Yoll has a follow-up appointment with his vet on Tuesday to determine if he can return to work.
Police and Yoll posted a note on Monday morning thanking everyone for their support.
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You can keep up with Yoll on the Dallas Police Department Field Services-K9 Unit Facebook page and on Twitter @DPDK9Yoll.
