Newnan police officer passes away from COVID-19 complications, chief says
Officer Frankie Gutierrez passed away from complications of COVID-19, according to Newnan Chief of Police Brent Blankenship (Newnan Police Department).
NEWNAN, Ga. - The Newnan Police Department is mourning the loss of one of their own.
Officer Frankie Gutierrez passed away from complications of COVID-19, according to Newnan Chief of Police Brent Blankenship.
"He fought with all of his might," Blankenship said. "During his time at the department he quickly grew to become family. There was not a day that went by that he was not smiling and laughing. He will be missed by all of us here at NPD. We ask that you continue with your prayers and support for his family during this difficult time."
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