Community Rallies For Late Marple Police Officer's Family

MARPLE TOWNSHIP, PA — Earlier this week, a member of the Marple Township Police Department died suddenly while on duty.

Officer Brian Niedelman died Tuesday, police announced.

He was found dead in his car in Thomas Field.

Niedelman, 31, was a three-and-a-half year veteran of the Marple Police force and is survived by his wife, Lacey, and two young children.

He previously served with the Amtrak and Collingdale Police Departments

Marple Police Detective Nick Coffin launched a GoFundMe campaign to support Niedelman's family.

In about a day's time, more than $64,000 has been raised as of 10 a.m. Friday.

The campaign's goal is set at $100,000.

"These funds will go directly to the Marple Township Police Association account, and then turned over to the Niedelman family," the campaign page reads. "This fund was established in the hope that his friends, neighbors and brothers in blue can assist Lacey and the kids in the tough days ahead."

Those who would like to contribute can also do so by mailing a check made out to the Marple Township Police Association, 1001 Sussex Boulevard, Broomall, PA 19008.

"On behalf of the Niedelman family, the Marple Township Police Department appreciates any support you are able to provide, during this difficult time."

See here to contribute.