The Pittsburgh Police K-9 Unit is mourning the loss of one of its officers.
4-year-old K9 officer Hans has died unexpectedly.
Hans began his service with the unit in November 2021, attending the K9 school, graduating in March 2022.
Hans was a Patrol and Explosive Detection K9 with his handler Clint Thimons.
“We send our condolences to Officer Thimons and his family,” the Pittsburgh Police K-9 Unit said in a statement. “RIP Hans. Your loyal service to the City of Pittsburgh and its citizens will never be forgotten.”