Tomah Police Department K-9 dies after being hit by vehicle

TOMAH, Wis. (WEAU) - A Tomah police K-9 is dead after being hit by a vehicle.

According to Tomah police, Tomah Police Department K-9 Raiden was on duty and hit by a vehicle, suffering severe injuries. K-9 Raiden was taken to a veterinary hospital, however, died due to the injuries he suffered.

Tomah police say the incident occurred on the evening of March 4, 2024, near the east city limits on Highway 12/16 (Well 12.)

K-9 Raiden was out of his squad and was using the outdoor area when he ran onto Highway 12/16 and was hit by the vehicle.