North Carolina SBI Concludes Investigation into Pitt County K9 Chilli's Death, Case Sent to District Attorney Jason Smith
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has completed its inquiry into the death of Pitt County Sheriff’s Office K9 Chilli. The SBI is now in the process of forwarding the case file to District Attorney Jason Smith, who serves New Hanover and Pender Counties, for his review. This development follows an investigation request made in July. K9 Chilli died on June 11, an incident that an internal sheriff’s office investigation initially deemed an accident. The internal review indicated that the K9 was left in a sheriff’s cruiser by its handler after returning from a training session. The SBI's involvement suggests a more comprehensive examination of the circumstances surrounding the K9's death. The case's progression to the District Attorney's office signifies a potential for further legal action or determination based on the SBI's findings.
