A longtime Clarksville Police Department K9 is officially retired after years of patrol and detection work.
K9 Riggs’ final official day of duty was Dec. 15, 2025, according to the department. The police dog was later approved for retirement and adoption by handler Officer Lyssed Pacheco in a unanimous vote by the Clarksville City Council on April 2.
Police said Riggs was retired due to medical concerns, and Pacheco stepped forward to give him continued care, comfort and stability…