KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Lawrence police officer who served multiple departments in the city dating back to 2021 passed away in an off-duty death. Lawrence police say Officer Zachary Garcia-Kerns died on April 3.
He was 28 years old.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is leading his death investigation, but no foul play is suspected, according to the department.
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Officer Garcia-Kerns began with the KU Police Department in October of 2021, moving to the Lawrence Police Department in November of 2023, according to a news release.
The release mentions he’s an organ donor who could help save the lives of as many as 75 people.
Funeral service details haven’t been shared yet.
