A Bell County, Kentucky Sheriff's K-9 was killed in the line while conducting a search Sunday night.
K-9 Kane and his handler, Deputy James Taulbee, were assisting another agency when the dog was struck by an oncoming vehicle, according to a news release.
Kane was pronounced dead on the scene.
"As a department we are devastated," Sheriff Mitch Williams said in a statement. "Officer Kane played a vital role in serving our community and will be sorely missed."
A press conference is schedule for Monday afternoon, where more details are expected to be released.
The incident remains under investigation.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
