Police dog makes 'remarkable recovery' after being stabbed 12 times by burglary suspect

A police dog is recovering after being stabbed 12 times while biting a burglary suspect in upstate New York, his employer said.

Norbi, a Belgian Malinois, was stabbed early Wednesday during a pursuit of a suspected burglar targeting homes in the Emerald Greens neighborhood of Troy, the city’s police department said in a statement.

The dog and his handler were trying to take the suspect into custody in a wooded area when the suspect stabbed Norbi a dozen times with a knife, according to police.

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Suspect facing felony charges

Police said the suspect, 25-year-old Curtis Knockwood, faces felony charges including attempted burglary and injuring a police animal and was slated to be arraigned in Troy City Court this week.

"Thanks to the immediate response and medical attention provided by our dedicated officers and the skilled veterinary team at Upstate Veterinary Services, we are thrilled to report that Norbi has made a remarkable recovery," the department posted on Facebook after the attack.

In photos released by the department after the attack, Norbi is seen wearing a bandage around his upper torso, snacking on what appears to be baby food.

Police said Norbi is expected to make a full recovery and is expected to return to active duty "after a period of rest and rehabilitation."

Good boy, Norbi.

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