Worcester, Massachusetts police are actively searching for 58-year-old Karen Solomon, who is considered armed and dangerous, in connection with the death of an off-duty officer. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning, August 18, 2026, when investigators were called to a residence on Wildwood Avenue around 5:30 a.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of 57-year-old Kurt Solomon, a 31-year veteran of the Worcester Police Department. Authorities have described the event as a domestic incident, though details regarding the relationship between Karen and Kurt Solomon have not been publicly disclosed. Karen Solomon is described as having dark brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing pajama shorts and a tank top, walking towards Westcott Street in Worcester. Police have released a photograph of Solomon and urge the public to exercise extreme caution. If anyone spots her, they are instructed to call 911 immediately or contact the Worcester Police Department directly at 508-799-8606. A significant number of police officers and first responders were present at the scene on Tuesday morning as local and state agencies collaborated on the investigation. The Worcester Police Department has shared information regarding the suspect on their official Facebook page to aid in the manhunt. This situation remains active, and the suspect is still at large. For those affected by domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), via www.thehotline.org, or by texting LOVEIS to 22522.