A Littleton police sergeant who had just completed his 19th year with the department died suddenly at home, officials announced Sunday.

Police Chief Matthew Pinard announced the death of Sgt. Edmund Bussiere in a brief statement . What caused Bussiere’s death was not immediately clear.

Bussiere leaves behind two adult daughters, Pinard said in the statement.

Members of the department are processing the sudden loss, Pinard said. Officials placed a ceremonial police cruiser and black bunting in front of headquarters on Sunday.

Pinard also "directed that resources be made available to all members of the department, including professionals from the local Community Outreach Initiative Network, NEMLEC Critical Incident Stress Management and the Littleton Employee Assistance Program."

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