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Arrest warrant issued for Massachusetts woman sought in officer’s death
Police are using divers, dogs and sonar as they search for Karen Solomon, who is wanted on an assault and battery charge in her husband’s death.
- Worcester police issued an arrest warrant Friday for Karen Solomon, charging her with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon following the death of her husband, Patrolman Kurt Solomon, found dead in their home on Tuesday.
- Authorities are actively searching Coes Reservoir for the 58-year-old suspect using divers, dogs, and sonar technology, while closing nearby public parks including Stearns Tavern indefinitely to secure the investigation area.
- Kurt Solomon was a 31-year veteran of the Worcester Police Department and an Army veteran, while Karen co-founded First HELP, an organization dedicated to reducing mental health stigma in law enforcement.
- Police Chief Paul Saucier stated the victim was mortally injured with a "sharp object," while doorbell camera footage captured the suspect walking in pajamas on the street minutes after officers responded to the home.
- With the officer's funeral scheduled for Wednesday, Saucier noted the family is "going through a lot right now." First HELP extended condolences to all affected by the tragedy.
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Arrest warrant issued for Massachusetts woman sought in officer's death
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