Police Mourn Loss of Kirby, Narcotic-Sniffing Dog

The Redondo Beach Police Department announced the death of a beloved police dog named Kirby.

Kirby retired in 2007 and was the partner and companion of retired Officer Kevin McCamy, according to a Redondo Beach P.D. press release.  

A Labrador, Kirby was euthanized after battling cancer. She was 14.

During her career, Kirby was assigned to the RBPD’s Special Investigations Unit and the Patrol Division as a narcotic detection dog. Kirby was involved in more than 700 searches where she helped recover approximately:

• 400 pounds of marijuana
• 33 kilograms of cocaine
• 5 pounds of methamphetamine
• 4 pounds of heroin
• 5,000 ecstasy pills
• More than $100,000 in narcotic proceeds

Born in Arizona in 2000, she got her start in public service locally in 2001, according to a news release.

“Kirby was loved by everyone around her and will be sorely missed by retired Officer Kevin McCamy and his family,” says the statement.

Kirby was often seen making special appearances at various community functions. Kirby competed in several narcotic detection competitions and won 11 different awards.

Anyone interested in making a donation to the Redondo Beach Police Department Canine Team can do so via mail, in care of: RBPD K-9 Team, 401 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.