Franklin police detective's family needs your help

We received this message, "I don't know if this a story you would be interested in or not, but I hope it is something you can look into. I do not work for the City of Franklin. However it disgusts me to know that the current Mayor has chosen to focus on his upcoming election instead of supporting the family of Franklin Detective Liermann who tragically passed away last week after having served 17 years for the Franklin Police Department. The City leaders including the Mayor have choose to let the families insurance benefits lapse today, the day of he funeral. The Mayor stated to the Chief that he didn't want to get involved and do something that could be used against him in the election. The Chief asked for an extension of health insurance benefits for a period of 1 year which was denied. They then asked for just 2 months so the family could get back on their feet and they again said no. I understand that legally they don't have to cover the family now that Det Liermann is no longer an employee, but this is an epic fail on the part of the city leaders and the current Mayor." 

We will not disclose the author. We feel it is important for you to know the reason and urgency of the matter and why you are reaching out to the family.

A GoFundMe acccount has been set up for Franklin Detective Liermann: https://www.gofundme.com/kevinliermann

We hope you find it in your heart to contribute.