Paw and order, Shreveport residents celebrate SPD K-9 finding wanted man
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The city is celebrating this special pup after he made his first big bust.
On May 4, 2025, the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) responded to a report of a sexual assault. The victim was quickly transported to a local hospital, where she was immediately treated and worked with victim advocates and sex crimes detectives to identify the suspect.
Christopher Morris wanted for sexual assault Source: Shreveport Police Department
This is where the department's newest four-legged officer, 'Rip' received his time to shine. On May 6, SPD was executing a search warrant for Christopher Morris for one count of first degree rape in relation to the May sexual assault. Officers arrived at the 8800 block of Coyth Lane, where Morris had hidden himself inside a home, making it difficult for officers to locate him. Recognizing the challenge, they decided it was time for Rip to put his training to the test and help track down the suspect.
Rip sprang into action, nose to the ground, sniffing out the wanted suspect in the home and bringing him to justice.
The Shreveport Police Department shared news of the big takedown on Facebook, and residents flooded the comments with congratulations and cheers. 'Give that baby a raw steak.'
'Good job!!! I hope Rip got lots of Pupperoni's afterwards.'
Morris was transported to a local hospital for injuries sustained in the incident.
One user commenting, 'Taking a bite outta crime…Good boy Rip!'
Rip's successful first big bust serves as a testament to the invaluable role K-9 officers play in law enforcement.
If convicted, Christopher Morris could face life imprisonment under Louisiana law.
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