Massachusetts officer killing and manhunt
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Massachusetts woman suspected of killing police officer husband found dead
In a 2020 interview on the Dr Phil show, Karen Solomon said police departments often offered little help to the families of officers who took their own lives.
Karen Solomon disappeared after Worcester police officer Kurt Solomon was found dead at their home just before 5.30am on 18 August.
A handgun found near Karen Solomon's body was not a Worcester police service weapon.
Arrest Warrant Issued for Wife of Massachusetts Police Officer Found Dead
Karen Solomon co-founded the first responder mental health advocacy organization First Help and wrote two books on first responders' physical and psychological experiences.
An arrest warrant was issued for Karen Solomon charging her with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.
Kurt Solomon was a 31-year veteran police officer who was found dead in his home from mortal injuries inflicted by a sharp object.
“He was an awesome police officer and an awesome person, and he’s going to be truly missed.”
Search Continues for Suspect in Worcester Police Officer's Death
Officials are searching for 58-year-old Karen Solomon, who is presumed armed and dangerous.
Investigators stated Karen Solomon has dark brown hair and brown eyes, and was last seen wearing pajama shorts and a tank top.
Video released by Worcester police appears to show Karen Solomon outside the Westside Animal Clinic just before 6 a.m. on Tuesday.
“You got a person in the neighborhood, in the area, presumed to be armed and dangerous. You want to do everything you can to find that person as quickly as possible, and also find out exactly what happened at the house that evening,”
Manhunt for armed woman after Massachusetts police officer found dead at home
The cause and manner of the officer's death had not been released.
The district attorney said Karen Solomon had been at the house and that other people were also there.
Authorities warned that Karen Solomon was presumed armed and dangerous.
“Officer Kurt Solomon answered that call for more than three decades, and his service, friendship and dedication will not be forgotten.”
Manhunt for armed woman after Massachusetts officer found dead
Authorities warned Tuesday that Karen Solomon was presumed "armed and dangerous"
Worcester police have not publicly identified the deceased officer
A police spokesperson said anyone who sees or comes into contact with Karen Solomon should call Worcester police at 508-799-8606 or 911
“Officer Kurt Solomon answered that call for more than three decades, and his service, friendship and dedication will not be forgotten.”