K9 Mikka

K9 Mikka and Chief Deputy Chase Iseman, Lee County Sheriff’s Department

The loss of K9 Mikka has profoundly affected the community she served, and her story has inalterably touched the hearts of all who love and respect K9s.

This dedicated Belgian Malinois-Hanoverian Scenthound mix served with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office in South Carolina for three years, embodying resilience, loyalty, and a deep commitment to public safety.

Mikka’s presence was felt in every call of duty. She stood by her handler with unwavering courage as she embraced the inherent risks of the job. Her commitment shone especially during her final operation to apprehend a dangerous suspect, where her service came to a tragic end. Mikka’s sacrifice highlights the selfless bravery K9 teams bring to protect others, often at great personal cost.

Her legacy reaches far beyond her local community, resonating with law enforcement families and K9 supporters everywhere. To her handler, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, and all who feel the weight of her loss, we extend our deepest condolences. May K9 Mikka’s memory live on as a testament to the courage, loyalty, and boundless love K9 heroes give to their mission and to the people they protect.