Philadelphia police officer, K-9 in patrol car struck by driver

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A Philadelphia police officer and his K-9 on patrol in their vehicle in Juniata Park were struck by another driver, authorities said.

It happened around 9 a.m. Friday at K Street and Hunting Park Avenue.

Police said the officer was with his K-9 in their patrol car when they were rear-ended by a 31-year-old male driver.



The driver and the police officer were taken to the hospital in stable condition.

The K-9 officer was taken to the veterinarian hospital also in stable condition.

There is no word on any charges at this time.