Woman Wanted in Connection with Husband’s Death Found Dead, Police Say
Tragic Turn of Events in Worcester, Massachusetts
On August 24, a devastating discovery was made in the small town of Worcester, Massachusetts, where the body of Karen Solomon, a 43-year-old woman wanted in connection with the death of her husband, was found in a wooded area. The tragic turn of events unfolded just days after police issued an arrest warrant for Solomon, who was considered ‘armed and dangerous’ and wanted for assault and battery with a dangerous weapon with serious bodily injury.
According to authorities, the body was discovered near a gun, and it is believed that Solomon took her own life. Chief Paul Saucier of the Worcester Police Department confirmed the discovery and stated that the deaths of Karen and Kurt Solomon are believed to be a murder-suicide.
Kurt Solomon, a 53-year-old police officer with over 30 years of service, was found dead on Tuesday at the couple’s home in Worcester, Massachusetts. The U.S. Marshals Service, U.S. Homeland Security, and other agencies were involved in the search for Karen Solomon, who was considered a high-risk fugitive.
Karen Solomon was a co-founder of First H.E.L.P, a group that advocates for the mental health of police officers. She had written two books on the subject, ‘Hearts Beneath the Badge’ and ‘The Price They Pay,’ as well as articles on law enforcement suicide.
Kurt Solomon, on the other hand, was a highly respected member of the Worcester police department, who was nearing retirement. His dedication to his work and his community will not be forgotten.
In a statement released by the Solomon family, they expressed gratitude to the agencies involved in the search and expressed their appreciation for the compassion and empathy shown to them during this difficult time.