***  WATCH ***  MASSACHUSETTS STATE TROOPER WHO RECENTLY DIED UNEXPECTEDLY ESCORTED HOME TO THE CAPE [DEVELOPING]

[HN NOTES – DEVELOPING] HN learned of the sad news yesterday afternoon when a longtime friend of Trooper Steven Culver reached out regarding his recent passing from an unexpected medical event. News of the sudden tragedy sent shock waves across the Cape. Trooper “Steve” Culver was only in his early 50s. HN spoke with his fellow troopers and police officers yesterday, offering condolences and learning more about Trooper Culver’s achievements and notable cases. Trooper Culver was a highly trained state police asset, having served as a member of the K9 unit, among other assignments (including the truck team). Wanting to get all the details surrounding this unexpected tragedy correct, HN immediately reached out to several high-ranking members of the Massachusetts State Police for some type of official word. There were several instant responses, and HN ultimately learned that some type of media release is in the works… possibly to be distributed as soon as later this morning. (But keep in mind this a very difficult time for the entire MSP department…) The following is cellphone footage of yesterday afternoon’s procession where a number of fellow troopers escorted Trooper Steven Culver home to the Cape from Boston. The video was sent in by a dear friend of Trooper Culver. Please keep Trooper Culver and his loved ones in your thoughts and prayers. (HN will update this post with the official statement from the MSP as it becomes available…) [VIDEO – PRESS PLAY]