Updated
Updated · CNN · Aug 21
Police Seek Karen Solomon, 58, on Warrant in Officer Husband's Death
Updated
Updated · CNN · Aug 21

Police Seek Karen Solomon, 58, on Warrant in Officer Husband's Death

3 articles · Updated · CNN · Aug 21

Summary

  • Worcester police said Karen Solomon is wanted on a warrant charging assault and battery with a dangerous weapon causing serious bodily injury after officer Kurt Solomon was found dead Tuesday at their home.
  • Dispatch audio shows a female caller reported a man in the backyard around 5:30 a.m., officers then found blood inside the house, and callbacks reached a voicemail identifying Karen Solomon before going unanswered.
  • A gray 2023 Toyota Highlander registered to the homeowners was reported missing by 6:19 a.m., and police have not said who was driving it or disclosed a motive.
  • Coes Pond parks and nearby recreation areas were closed as divers, dogs, sonar, helicopters and marine units searched the area near the home; police say Solomon is armed and dangerous.
  • Kurt Solomon, 57, was a 31-year Worcester police veteran and Army veteran; his wake is set for Tuesday and funeral for Wednesday.

Insights

How does a renowned police mental health advocate become the prime suspect in her officer husband's brutal murder?
How has an armed suspect fleeing in pajamas managed to evade a massive multi-agency manhunt for days?