Worcester, Mass. – The Worcester Police Department held a news conference on Monday to confirm that Karen Solomon, a 48‑year‑old resident of the city, was found dead in a nearby wooded area. Solomon had been the subject of an arrest warrant issued on Friday after her husband, Worcester police officer Kurt Solomon, was discovered dead at the couple’s home on Tuesday.

Background of the investigation

Officer Kurt Solomon, a 38‑year‑old veteran of the Worcester Police Department, was found at his residence with a sharp‑object injury on Tuesday. Police have not released details about the weapon involved, noting that the officer’s service firearm remained at the home.

Following the officer’s death, investigators learned that his wife, Karen Solomon, was a co‑founder of a nonprofit group that advocates for the mental health of law‑enforcement officers. The department said there was no prior history of domestic abuse between the couple.

Arrest warrant and search efforts

On Friday, Worcester Police Chief Paul Saucier announced that an arrest warrant had been issued for Karen Solomon on charges of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon resulting in serious bodily injury. The chief described Solomon as “armed and dangerous” at that time.

Police conducted a citywide search, including door‑bell camera footage released by the department that showed Solomon walking down a street in a T‑shirt, shorts and flip‑flops early Tuesday morning, minutes after officers responded to the call at the home.

Discovery of the body

On Monday, officers reported that a gun was found near the location where Solomon’s body was recovered in the woods. While the department has not officially ruled the death, Chief Saucier indicated that officials believe Solomon took her own life, describing the incident as a tragic murder‑suicide.

Community response

The Worcester community has been mourning the loss of Officer Kurt Solomon, who was remembered by colleagues as “a hell of a guy,” an “awesome police officer and an awesome person.” A wake is scheduled for Tuesday, with a funeral planned for Wednesday.

Chief Saucier declined to provide further details about the ongoing investigation, citing the sensitivity of the case.

What’s next

The department will continue its investigation into the circumstances surrounding both deaths. Residents are encouraged to contact the Worcester Police Department with any information that may assist the inquiry.

Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.