WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) released the following statement on the death of former District of Minnesota U.S. Marshal Sharon Lubinski. Lubinski was also the Assistant Chief of Police at the Minneapolis Police Department.

“During my years as Hennepin County Attorney, I worked with Sharon Lubiski on an almost daily basis. I observed firsthand the strength of her character and the respect she commanded from people at every level of law enforcement and across our state. Because of this, I recommended Sharon be nominated to serve as the U.S. Marshal for the District of Minnesota. I will never forget Sharon’s swearing-in ceremony. Hundreds of her colleagues were there to show their support and friendship. 

As U.S. Marshal, Sharon led a successful effort in the state to reduce violent crime and was instrumental in the manhunt to capture the murderer of Mendota Heights Police Officer Scott Patrick. Minnesota is a safer place because of Sharon.

Sharon was also a trailblazer. She was Minnesota’s first female and our country’s first openly gay U.S. Marshal. She is an inspiration whose story and actions have encouraged more people from all backgrounds to serve.

John and I send our deepest condolences to Sharon’s spouse Fran and to Sharon’s family, friends, and all those who are grieving this tremendous loss.” 

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