Meridian Police Officer found unresponsive in home

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Update: COVID-19 a contributing factor in his death

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  • Law enforcement agencies throughout the state escort Officer Wayne "Butch" Nowell's remains to Meridian Wednesday evening.
    Law enforcement agencies throughout the state escort Officer Wayne "Butch" Nowell's remains to Meridian Wednesday evening.
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Fallen Meridian Police Officer was escorted from the Metroplex to Lawsons Funeral Home in Meridian by law enforcement throughout the state.

Officer Wayne “Butch” Nowell was found unresponsive yesterday morning in his Burleson home.  Nowell was in quarantine after his wife tested positive for COVID-19. Chief Blake Johnson confirmed this morning Nowell also tested positive for COVID-19, which is believed to be a contributing factor in his death.

Nowell's death will be considered in the line of duty.

Keep checking www.bosquecountytoday.com for updates as they become available.