San Ramon Officers Mourn Beloved Police Dog

SAN RAMON, CA -- The San Ramon Police Department was mourning Friday after a beloved police dog died following an injury last year. Officials said K9 Bongo was forced into retirement in February 2017 after a back injury.

"Since then, he has been enjoying retirement and living comfortably with Officer Bruce and his family," officials said on Facebook. "Unfortunately, K9 Bongo’s injury has gotten progressively worse, and it is now time for him to chase bad guys in heaven."

Officials said Bongo "honorably served the citizens" for seven years.

"Anyone who has loved their dog knows that a dog is not just a pet, they are an extension of your family," they wrote on Facebook. "When they move on there will always be a missing piece which cannot quite be replaced."

--Photo via San Ramon Police Department

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