Officer Death Investigation
Veteran Worcester Police Officer Found Dead; Karen Solomon Sought in Domestic Incident Investigation
Key Points
The deceased Worcester police officer had 30 years of service, and authorities have not publicly identified him by name.
Officials did not immediately identify the man who was found dead at the home, with reports noting only that a male victim was found at the residence.
Public reports describe Karen Solomon as the wife of a Worcester police officer, adding a personal dimension to the case.
Police posts describe Karen Solomon as a White woman with dark brown hair and brown eyes in the context of the man’s death investigation.
A veteran Worcester police officer with 30 years on the force was found dead at a home on Wildwood Avenue, sparking an urgent manhunt for 58-year-old Karen Solomon, according to Fox News. Police have warned that Solomon may be armed and dangerous, and are urging anyone who spots her to call 508-799-8606 or 911 immediately.
Solomon was last seen walking toward Westcott Street wearing pajama shorts and a tank top, according to Boston 25 News. Authorities describe her as a White woman with dark brown hair and brown eyes. Police have not yet publicly named her as a formal suspect, but have labeled her a person of interest in the officer's death.
Off-Duty Officer Found Dead at Wildwood Avenue Home
The officer, who had served the Worcester Police Department for 30 years, was found dead inside a residence on Wildwood Avenue, according to MassLive. Authorities have not publicly released his name. Police described the death as connected to a domestic incident, though they have not specified a cause of death.
A large police presence was reported on Mill Street as investigators worked the scene, Boston 25 News reported. Worcester police are treating the case as an active and urgent investigation. Officers are still piecing together exactly what happened at the home.
Armed and Dangerous: The Search for Karen Solomon
Police issued an alert warning that Solomon, 58, may be armed, according to WBZ News Radio. She was last seen on foot, dressed in pajama shorts and a tank top — not typical clothing for someone planning to go far. Her casual dress has not slowed the search effort.
Authorities are asking the public not to approach Solomon if spotted. Instead, residents should call 911 or the Worcester Police tip line at 508-799-8606. Fox News reported the manhunt is being treated as urgent given the potential that she is carrying a weapon.
Solomon's Nonprofit Ties to Police Officer Suicide Awareness
Reports note that Solomon previously ran a nonprofit focused on supporting families affected by police officer suicide, according to MassLive. That background adds a striking personal dimension to the case. The deceased officer was her husband, making the situation especially tragic for the Worcester police community.
The Worcester Police Department has not commented publicly on the personal relationship between Solomon and the officer beyond confirming she is the wife of a Worcester police officer. The department is continuing its investigation and has not ruled anything in or out publicly.
What Authorities Are Asking the Public to Do Now
Worcester police are urging anyone with information to act fast. If you see Karen Solomon, do not approach her. Call 911 or reach investigators directly at 508-799-8606. Fox News reported the search was still active as of the latest update, with no confirmed sighting of Solomon since she was seen near Westcott Street.
The investigation remains open and active. Police have not announced any additional persons of interest. Authorities are expected to release more details, including the officer's name, as the case develops, according to Boston 25 News.
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