Farmington mourning police officer who died at 41 – Twin Cities

The Farmington Police Department said Wednesday they’re mourning the loss of an officer.

Pete Zajac, who spent the past two years as a school resource officer, died by suicide late Tuesday, according to a social media post from the department.

The 41-year-old Zajac was married and had three children. He’d been with the Farmington police for 15 years.

“His presence within our department and our community as a whole will be missed,” said the department’s post. “A sincere thank you to our law enforcement partners, and those in the community who have surrounded us in our time of need and those that will support us in the tough times ahead.”

The department also reminded that anyone who is struggling can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. For current and former law enforcement and their families, CopLine is at 800-COPLINE.