Bareilly: The Police Lines in Bareilly fell into a somber silence as officers gathered to bid farewell to one of their most skilled trackers – Inspector Pheng, a veteran German shepherd who passed away on Wednesday night after serving the Uttar Pradesh Police with distinction for eight years.
Final Salute and Fond Memories
“Senior officers, dog squad personnel, and constables placed floral wreaths on Pheng and offered him a final salute,” said SP City Manush Pareek. Handler Amit Kumar, who was present at the ceremony, fondly remembered his companion. “Pheng always performed his duty with complete dedication. He delivered major successes in several difficult cases,” he recalled.
SSP Anurag Arya described Pheng as more than just a dog. “He was a trusted partner of the entire team. As part of Bareilly Police’s dog squad, he assisted in multiple criminal investigations involving murder, theft, rape, and other serious offences,” he said.
Remarkable Tracking Skills
Police officers emphasized that Pheng’s sharp scent-tracking abilities proved invaluable in countless investigations and helped put several criminals behind bars over the course of his eight-year career. “His most notable contribution came in 2024, during the pursuit of Kuldeep Gangwar, accused of murdering nine women within a year. Pheng tracked scents from the crime scenes, providing the breakthroughs that ultimately led to the arrest of Gangwar, who is currently lodged in Bareilly district jail,” the SSP added.
Following the Gangwar case, Pheng became widely recognized across Bareilly as one of the force’s most reliable assets. Arya said Pheng’s contributions to the force would not be forgotten. “The dog squad is a vital part of police investigations and Pheng’s absence will always be felt,” he said.
Pheng’s legacy as a dedicated and skilled tracker will continue to inspire the dog squad and the entire Bareilly Police force. His service exemplified the critical role that canine units play in law enforcement, and his memory will be honored by all who worked with him.
