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Officer Zink’s Tragic End in Florence | Lexington News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Florence, Kentucky, when off-duty Officer Dustin Zink, a beloved K-9 handler and veteran of the Florence PD since 2017, died during a domestic violence call. Armed and allegedly threatening others, Zink fired multiple shots before deputies—many of whom knew him personally—returned fire. Despite their efforts to de-escalate, Zink was pronounced dead. The incident, under investigation by Kentucky State Police, has left the community in shock, with deputies placed on administrative leave and the department offering support. Zink, survived by his wife, two…
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