K9 Justice Back To Work After I-94 Stabbing

WAUKESHA, WI -- Justice, the Waukesha County Sheriff's longtime K9 officer is officially back to work after sustaining stab wounds during a June 4 incident on I-94 and Highway 67.

During a press conference held after the incident, Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson said a woman later identified as Kalin Sunde fled police, ignoring deputies' commands to stop. Severson said Sunde struggled with officers, and managed to stab sheriff's K9 officer Justice, causing significant injuries to the dog.

Severson said Justice was transported to an emergency vet for treatment, and was in recovery.

On Friday, June 14, Sheriff's officials said Justice is now back to work and is doing much better. Justice received treatment, and has been the subject of hundreds of letters, texts and emails asking about his condition.

Waukesha County Sheriff's Deputy Mathrew Thompson, who is Justice's partner, said Justice has been outfitted with a new ballistic vest that was donated to the department by national nonprofit Vest-A-Dog. The vest, Thompson said, offers the same level of protection as vests worn by two-legged officers.

Thanks to everyone who has inquired about Deputy K9 Justice’s condition and sent him well wishes and support. We are grateful for the outpouring of love from the community.

Sheriff's officials are asking for members of the public who are interested in supporting K9 Justice can drop them off or send care packages - including treats - to the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Office, 515 W. Moreland Boulevard, Waukesha, WI 53188. Thompson said Justice is not picky about treats.

Officials have a charity website going, and people who want to support the department's K9 unit are encouraged to go to the Waukesha County Deputy Charities Association website at http://www.wsdcharities.org/k9.

Members of the public who want to meet K9 officer justice will be able to on June 21. Buddy's Beach Bungalow, located on Lac La Belle next to the Band Shell will be the site for a special meet-and-greet with Justice and Deputy Thompson. The event goes from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. that Friday.