NEPBA Mourns the Loss of Worcester Police Officer Kurt Solomon
Aug 18, 2026
The New England Police Benevolent Association extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and fellow officers of Worcester Police Officer Kurt Solomon, a 31-year veteran of the Worcester Police Department and valued member of the NEPBA family.
Officer Solomon dedicated more than three decades of his life to serving the City of Worcester. Throughout his distinguished career, he earned the respect of those who served alongside him and was known as an incredibly dependable officer, colleague and friend. His loss is being felt deeply throughout the Worcester Police Department, NEPBA Local 911 and our entire Association.
Our hearts are especially with Kurt’s sons, Niklas and Brandon; his mother, Shirley; his brothers, Karl and Eric; and all those who knew and loved him as they navigate this unimaginable loss.
As the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Officer Solomon’s death remains active and ongoing, we have full confidence in the law enforcement professionals working tirelessly to determine exactly what occurred and locate the individual being sought. We ask that the public respect the investigative process and keep Kurt’s family, friends and fellow officers in their thoughts during the difficult days ahead.
Thirty-one years of service represents an extraordinary commitment to a community and to the profession of law enforcement. Officer Kurt Solomon answered that call for more than three decades, and his service, friendship and dedication will not be forgotten.
The entire NEPBA family mourns alongside our brothers and sisters of Local 911 and the Worcester Police Department.
May Officer Kurt Solomon rest in peace.
