Worcester police are continuing to search for 58-year-old Karen Solomon, the prime suspect in the death of her husband, Worcester police patrolman Kurt Solomon. Authorities believe she may be armed and are urging the public not to approach her.
Police released video Wednesday that appears to show Karen Solomon walking through the parking lot of Westside Animal Clinic on Mill Street shortly before 6 a.m. Tuesday. She is seen wearing shorts, a T-shirt and flip-flops, with her hair in a ponytail.
Earlier reports said Solomon was last seen wearing pajama shorts and a tank top while walking toward Westcott Street.
Kurt Solomon, a 31-year veteran of the Worcester Police Department, was found dead inside his Wildwood Avenue home shortly before 5:30 a.m. Tuesday after officers responded to a medical call. He was off duty at the time.
Authorities have described the case as a domestic matter but have not released details about the circumstances of his death or the relationship between the two.
Police and other agencies searched the area around Coes Reservoir on Wednesday. Worcester police also maintained a presence at the animal clinic, where portions of the area were secured with police tape.
Karen Solomon is described as a white female with dark brown hair and brown eyes.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Worcester Police Dispatch at 508-799-8606 or the Detective Bureau at 508-799-8651. Anonymous tips can be submitted by texting TIPWPD followed by your message to 274637.
