Max, an 11-year-old Labrador retriever, who had retired from the Goregaon-based Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) of the Mumbai police, passed away on a Sunday morning. Max held a special place in the Maharashtra police department as he was the only dog to have won the gold medal in 2016, a remarkable achievement since 1993. Having retired in April due to old age, Max had been adopted by a loving family in Virar.

Throughout his career, Max demonstrated exceptional skills in detecting explosives, making him one of the best in his field. He actively participated in over 500 VIP security checks, including at celebrity gatherings. His dedication and expertise also earned him two other medals—a silver in 2014 and a bronze in July 2016.
Max had two dedicated handlers, PSI Sachin Jadhav and Constable Sandeep Patil, who were deeply affected by his passing. PSI Jadhav shared that Max was known for his unparalleled energy and ability to detect explosives even during night operations.