A fantastic job by PD Stark & PC Hopley overnight. PD Stark detaining an aggressive male, who attacked him multiple times with a machete. A HUGE thanks to @PDSA_HQ for their emergency surgery for PD Stark after suffering multiple wounds from the machete #topdog #detained 🐾💪

(1/2) We are aware that three individuals connected to the Police Federation have been arrested as part of an ongoing police investigation. This is a live matter and it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage.

Introducing our new members of the NFRSA family, Meet our retirees, who dedicated their service to @WMPolice 🐾 RPD Trev is an 11-year-old sprocker. He served a remarkable 10 years as an Explosive Substance Search Dog. “Trev joined my family whilst I was in maternity leave having my daughter Trinity- they both grew up together. We have worked together operationally for 10 years. As we retire together, Trev is the oldest working search dog in the West Midlands Police.” - Trev’s mum. Trev has been extremely successful when it comes to keeping the public safe, doing events such as the Queens funeral, the commonwealth games, political conferences and royal visits. 🐾 Chase is a beautiful German Shepherd aged 8, who had been loyal to his service for just over 7 years. Not only was Chase a Police Dog, but he was also trained as a Firearms Support Dog. His handler, now mum, Sue, shares Chase’s story: “PD Chase is a big dog weighing in at over 50kg. He has developed into a fantastic Police dog catching numerous criminals often by his presence alone stopping offenders in the tracks. Chase is a special part of our family, the gentle giant, a big puppy at heart.” Sue and Chase are now enjoying retirement together. 🐾 Mickey, nearing the age of 5, is a labrador/pointer cross. For 2 years and 9 months, he served as an Explosive Detection Dog. “Mickey was licenced just in time for the 2022 commonwealth games in Birmingham and was immediately deployed to assist with the Policing operation. His last duty was a defensive search for a visit by HRH King Charles III. I retired from the Police force and purchased him so our family could stay together.” - Paul, Mickey’s dad. Mickey was the brother and best friend of Stark, who was a favourite here at the NFRSA. Thank you to these fantastic retirees, welcome to the NFRSA. We all wish you a comfortable and adventurous retirement.

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our 2021 Thin Blue Paw Outstanding Bravery Award winner, RPD Stark, who served with West Midlands Police and was attacked with a machete in 2020. Stark retired earlier this year and had been supported by the Foundation during his retirement with much-needed hydrotherapy sessions. Following a short illness, Stark passed away in his handler’s arms on 7th December 2025. He will be dearly missed by all at the Foundation, and our thoughts are with Paul, Michelle, and all who loved and adored him. RIP Stark, you may now stand down. 🌈💙🐶🚔🇬🇧

RIP RPD Stark 🐾💙 A dedicated police dog who served with courage and loyalty through his career. Injured on duty while protecting others, Stark continued to exemplify the very best of police service My thoughts are with Paul and his family. Thank you for your service, Stark🐾

A much loved member of our family has joined his friends at rainbow bridge. RPD Stark who served with astonishing success from @WMPolice and @WMPDogs passed away on Sunday, 7th December and while we have known since it happened, we respected the privacy of dear @Hoppers71 and his wife Michelle who have been struggling to come to terms with his loss. So many of you knew Stark - his phenomenal career as a police dog, and his recent retirement, which while desperately short, was filled with adventure, love and some Spanish sun. We have been supporting Stark with his monthly medications, as well as during his awful sepsis this summer, and we will be supporting Paul with this final chapter too. Stark - it was an absolute privilege to know you personally, and an honour to be able to help you in your retirement. You’ll always be considered a member of our family - and Paul and Michelle will always be in our lives. Bless you dear one - sweet dreams, and thank you for your service, and for the light you brought to so many. We’ll keep an eye on your Mum and Dad for you. Safe travels. 💜