Cumberland County, TN (WOKI) An investigation is underway in Cumberland County after a K-9 with the Sheriff’s Office is killed by an unknown driver in a hit-and-run accident over the weekend.

Officials with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office say K-9 Shadow was struck and killed by an unknown driver in a hit-and-run early Saturday morning on Highway 70 North; the officer was pronounced dead at the scene.

“This devastating incident has left the entire law enforcement community and our local community in mourning. Deputy Shadow was a dedicated and beloved member of our team, serving with loyalty and distinction,” the department said. “Sheriff Casey Cox expressed the department’s deep regret at the loss of Deputy Shadow and conveyed gratitude for his unwavering service to our community.”

CCSO says investigators are actively working to identify the dark-colored sedan and the individual involved in the incident.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office at 931-484-6176.