Boerne Police Department K-9 Chico was killed in the line of duty Thursday during a traffic stop along Interstate 10.

Police said K-9 "Chico" was killed after escaping from a patrol vehicle on Thursday and running toward the interstate where he was hit.

The Boerne Police Department announced the loss of K-9 Chico, who was killed in the line of duty on Thursday, according to the department’s social media post.

BOERNE, Texas - The Boerne Police Department announced the passing of their Police K-9 Chico who was tragically killed in the ...