Merrill police officer dies from medical complications

Merrill Police Department

The Merrill Police Department is mourning the death of one of its officers.

In a Facebook post, the department announced Officer Riley Kurtz died from medical complications.

He was a three year veteran of the Merrill Police Department and Kronenwetter Police Department.

Merrill police say the funeral arrangements are pending.

It asks for prayers for his family.

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