CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer who suffered a medical emergency at his home Monday died in the hospital, officials announced.
Officer Dean Lauber was rushed to the hospital after suffering a medical emergency at his home on Dec. 19, CMPD announced. He died Tuesday night. Lauber's wife, a Charlotte Fire Department firefighter, was by his side, along with his children and CMPD colleagues, the department said.
Lauber, who joined CMPD in 2001, served in the Independence Division.
"Please keep his family and fellow officers in your prayers as they begin this difficult journey," CMPD said in a tweet. "We appreciate the public support during our bereavement."
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