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Worcester Police Confirm Karen Solomon’s Body Found

8/25/2026

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Worcester Police Chief Paul Saucier announced Karen Solomon’s body was found Monday, Aug. 24, ending the search.
The body was discovered in woods behind Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital.
Police said Solomon died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound; a nearby handgun was not Officer Kurt Solomon’s.
An arrest warrant charges Karen Solomon with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon causing serious injury.

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Worcester Police Chief Paul Saucier announced Karen Solomon’s body was found Monday, Aug. 24, ending the search.
The body was discovered in woods behind Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital.
Police said Solomon died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound; a nearby handgun was not Officer Kurt Solomon’s.
An arrest warrant charges Karen Solomon with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon causing serious injury.