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Body of Missing Massachusetts Mental Health Advocate Recovered in Worcester
Just the facts
Worcester Police Chief Paul Saucier announced that human remains recovered near Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital were identified as 58-year-old Karen Solomon. Her husband, 31-year police veteran Kurt Solomon, was found dead from sharp force injuries at their home on August 18, 2026. Investigators recovered an unissued handgun near Karen Solomon's body and stated that preliminary evidence indicates a murder-suicide. Karen Solomon co-founded First Help, an organization advocating for police mental health awareness.
Why this is news
The discovery concludes a six-day search for 58-year-old Karen Solomon following the death of her husband, Worcester police officer Kurt Solomon. Authorities had named her as a suspect after discovering his body inside their residence.
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