Sgt. Cody Siebert, a K-9 officer with the East Range Police Department in northern Minnesota, died on Friday after being diagnosed with a brain infection that spread from his nasal passage.
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Minnesota police sergeant Cody Siebert died suddenly after being diagnosed with a brain infection that spread from his nasal passage. He leaves behind a partner and two young sons.
- Sgt. Cody Siebert of the East Range Police Department passed away shortly after diagnosis
- Brain infection originated in his nasal passage before spreading to his brain
- A GoFundMe for Siebert's family has raised over $107,000 as of Tuesday evening
The 33-year-old sergeant was remembered by colleagues and community members for his friendly personality and dedication to serving others. He leaves behind a partner, Karen Blais, and two sons aged 1 and 2. A GoFundMe page set up for Siebert's family has raised more than $107,000 as of Tuesday evening.
Siebert was well known in the community for his work with the K-9 program at both the Babbit Police Department and East Range Police Department. He also served as a resource officer at Mesabi East Schools in Aurora, Minnesota, where he was described as a mentor and role model to students and staff.
The police department shared their condolences on Facebook, stating that Siebert's passing leaves an impossible hole to fill. The community has come together to honor his memory, with many leaving flowers, balloons, and other tributes at the station where his patrol car is parked.
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