Officer Christopher Anthony Skomra

Christopher Anthony Skomra, 49, of Clinton, Maryland, died at home, with his beloved dog, Molly, at his side after a long battle with cancer Saturday, March 8, 2025.He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.For 25 years, Chris proudly served as a police officer for the US Capital in Washington DC. He served on the Motor Unit, Mountain Bike Unit, First Responder Unit, and as a Canine Technician. Chris and his canine, Piton, retired together from the police service in September 2024.

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