Corporal Zachary Merrill died unexpectedly over the past weekend
The Vancouver Police Department released a statement Thursday regarding the death of one of its officers.
“It is with great sadness the Vancouver Police Department has announced the loss of one of their own, Corporal Zachary Merrill,’’ the statement read. “Corporal Merrill died unexpectedly over the weekend. The city and police department understand and respect the privacy of the Merrill family. Thanks to all the community members for their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.’’
No other details were available at the time of this report
Information provided by Vancouver Police Department.
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