MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) - The Madison Police Department is mourning the loss of one of their own after a Detective suffered a medical event while on duty in Wisconsin on Monday afternoon. According to an emotional Facebook post, Madison PD says Detective Erik Lee, who joined the Department in May 2001, died as a result of a medical event he had suffered while on duty. Menominee City Police find shoe and footprints related to missing woman, water searches have been suspended Detective Erik Lee, Madison PD Erik joined the department in May 2001 and served dutifully in patrol, the crash unit, training, and on the Traffic Enforcement Safety Team motor unit. He was promoted to detective in 2023 and was excited to serve the department in a new way. He was currently assigned to the Burglary Crime Unit. Erik was known for his sharp sense of humor and making others laugh. He was more than willing to help others in any capacity, whether coworkers, trainees or citizens in need. He had a particular passion for firearms safety, which led him to become a firearms instructor for our department. Erik was the person who could put an anxious learner at ease, assess their deficiencies, and provide corrective measures for improvement while instilling confidence. Erik cared deeply for the strong bond within the law enforcement community. He was an active member of the Honor Guard, participating in events near and far to provide support for other fallen officers. Erik, we will miss you, and we will never forget you. Thank you for choosing MPD to be a part of your extended family. Madison Police Department "Erik Lee is survived by his wife, two children, and father, whom he loved dearly," the post concluded.