NORTHGLENN, Colo. — After spending roughly four decades in law enforcement, a beloved member of the Northglenn Police Department ended his life. His children want to ensure that fellow first responder families do not live through such heartbreak.

Detective Paul Gesi's law enforcement career spanned 41 years. He was with the Northglenn Police Department for 39 of those years.

"He was tenacious about fighting for his victims," said Commander Kelly Shelley, who worked alongside Gesi. "He's probably touched every one of our big cases at our department... His legacy is one of truth, seeking justice for victims. And he has no unsolved homicides in his tenure here."

Studies show first responders are more likely to die by suicide than in the line of duty. Those with the Northglenn Police Depar

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