Cape Cod Beer Makes Special Batch For Late Barnstable Police K9

HYANNIS, MA — Cape Cod Beer is running a limited re-release in honor of a late four-legged friend.

The brewery announced it would brew a special batch of its Fur Missile beer in honor of Barnstable Police Department K9 Rokko, who recently died.

The Barnstable Police K9 Foundation announced the death of Ptl. Jeff Jackson’s K9 partner Rokko on Nov. 8.

Rokko's death was unexpected, as the animal was rushed into emergency surgery on Wednesday morning but ultimately didn't survive, officials said.

"Our hearts are broken from the sudden and unexpected loss of K9 Rokko," Barnstable Police Department officials said.

"Our thoughts are with Rokko’s handler K9 Officer Jeff Jackson and his family during this difficult time."

The brewery and Jackson had worked together before on the BPD K9 Foundation's annual fundraiser, and the original beer label even had Rokko's photo on it.

"This beer was originally brewed to support the BPD K9s and featured images of the dogs on the label, including Rokko," the brewery said.

Fur Missile became available at the brewery only on Friday. Cape Cod will donate $1 per pint to the Barnstable Police K9 Foundation in Rokko's honor, officials said.

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