Visitors pay respect to Burbank Police K-9 Spike in Downtown Burbank, Nov.24, 2025
A memorial service to honor Burbank police dog Spike is set for tomorrow, December 3. A memorial at the headquarters of Burbank Police and Fire on North Third Street in Downtown Burbank has attracted crowds since the 4-year-old canine was fatally wounded in the line of duty late last month.
An armed suspect fatally shot K-9 Spike during a search following a traffic stop in the 2400 block of Buena Vista Street. It happened around 6:40 pm on Saturday, November 22. During the stop, a passenger fled from the vehicle and into a nearby residential neighborhood. During the search, K-9 Spike located the suspect, who reportedly fired several shots, striking the canine, before fleeing. Spike was rushed to an emergency veterinarian, but unfortunately, died of his wounds.
Memorial for K-9 Spike Burbank, CA (mediacityg)
The suspect, 37-year-old Jose Domingo Ayala Alas of Palmdale, died later in a shoot-out with police. Since the tragic incident, Burbank Police say they have received overwhelming community support. In a BPD news release, the department praised the K-9: “Spike’s actions during the incident were heroic and undoubtedly protected the lives of officers and community members.”
On Wednesday, December 3, a procession will start at the Burbank Animal Shelter and conclude at the Burbank Police station. A formal memorial service will follow. The public is invited. The event begin at 11 am.
