Lebanon Police Transfer Animal Cruelty Investigation To Sheriff’s Office

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office has been requested to conduct an independent investigation into an animal cruelty complaint involving a Frankfort Police Department K9 handler. The complaint was originally reported to the Lebanon Police Department on March 21, 2026.

Due to a potential conflict of interest, the Lebanon Police Department referred the matter to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office to ensure an impartial and thorough investigation.

At this time, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office is still receiving preliminary information and will begin actively reviewing all available evidence.