Authorities are actively searching for a Massachusetts woman who is considered armed and dangerous following the discovery of her husband, a veteran police officer, deceased in their Worcester home.
Karen Solomon, 58, is being sought by law enforcement after officers responded to the couple's residence and found her husband, Kurt Solomon, 57, dead inside. Kurt Solomon was an off-duty patrolman with over 30 years of service to the Worcester Police Department. Officials have classified the incident as domestic but have not released the cause of death.
The Worcester Police Department issued a public appeal, sharing an image of Karen Solomon and urging the public to report any sightings. She was last seen on foot heading towards Westcott Street. Concern for her well-being and potential to be armed has been highlighted by authorities.
A multi-agency search effort is underway, involving State Police, Homeland Security, and the US Marshals Office. On Tuesday, law enforcement officers were observed conducting a search of a nearby reservoir, less than a mile from the couple's home, employing boats and surveying a small island. The search was slated to resume Wednesday morning after being halted for the night.
Public records indicate the couple had been married and resided in their home for several years. The New England Police Benevolent Association released a statement expressing condolences to Kurt Solomon's family, noting his long career and the deep loss felt by the department and colleagues. He is survived by his two sons, Niklas and Brandon, his mother, Shirley, and his brothers, Karl and Eric.
Karen Solomon is also known as a co-founder of First H.E.L.P., an organization dedicated to supporting first responders with mental health challenges. The organization issued a statement emphasizing its concern for the fallen officer and his family, and affirming its commitment to continuing its mission. First H.E.L.P. stated it would not comment further on the specific circumstances of the ongoing investigation.