Heroic K-9 Perseveres After Being Hit by Vehicle to Help Nab Bank Robbery Suspect

A dramatic scene unfolded in Georgia on Wednesday when a dedicated K-9 deputy was hit by a vehicle during the pursuit of a bank robbery suspect. Undeterred, the resilient canine quickly got back on its feet and continued the chase, ultimately aiding deputies in the suspect’s arrest.

According to a report from Fox 5 Atlanta, the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office received an alert about a potential bank robbery at the Regions Bank located in Newnan, Georgia. Responding swiftly, deputies identified the suspect’s vehicle and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. However, the driver ignored the signal to pull over, leading to a high-speed pursuit.

The chase came to a dramatic conclusion when the suspect crashed his vehicle. Despite the wreck, the suspect tried to flee on foot, prompting the K-9 deputy and officers to continue their relentless pursuit.

In the course of the chase, the K-9 was struck by a vehicle in Newnan, Georgia, on February 11, 2026. Despite this setback, the determined canine played a crucial role in apprehending the fleeing suspect. The incident highlighted the bravery and dedication of both the human and canine members of the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office. (WAGA)

A dog was hit by a vehicle in the process of pursing a suspect in Newnan, Georgia, on Feb. 11, 2026. (WAGA)

The driver lost control, and the car became wedged between a light pole and a tree, according to the local station. 

Airbags were deployed, and the vehicle sustained heavy front-end damage, including blown-out wheels and damaged bumpers.

A K-9 handler then deployed his partner, Robbi, to track and apprehend the fleeing suspect.

A K-9 captured a suspect on foot despite being hit by a vehicle in Newnan, GA. (Karl Merton Ferron/The Baltimore Sun/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

During the chase, Robbi was struck by a vehicle, but despite being hit, the K-9 continued the pursuit and helped deputies make an arrest.

Robbi was taken to Sweetwater Veterinary Hospital, where staff determined he suffered minor abrasions but no internal injuries. He is expected to make a full recovery.

Fox 5 reported that authorities have not yet released the name of the man taken into custody or outlined the full range of charges he could face in connection with the reported bank robbery and ensuing chase.

The Coweta County Sheriff’s Office told Fox News Digital that the Newnan Police Department is leading the investigation.