BOSTON (WHDH) - Coronavirus has been identified as a contributing factor in the death of a Suffolk County House of Corrections officer.
Gregory Rector was an 18-year veteran of the force but had to leave work back on March 12 after falling ill, according to a post on the department’s website.
Rector was hospitalized with a brain disease and was COVID-19 positive.
“Gregory was a gentle soul and one who smiled every day. He will be greatly missed by all,” the department said in a statement.
No further information was released.
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