Tributes have been paid to a Wakefield police officer who died at home.

Coleen Mellor was found at her home in Horbury. Her death is not being treated as suspicious.

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: “We are saddened to share news of the death of one of our officers, Sergeant Coleen Mellor.

“Coleen joined West Yorkshire Police as a member of staff in 2007. She then became a police constable in 2019 and initially worked in Wakefield. In March 2024, she moved to Leeds on being promoted to the rank of sergeant.”

Assistant Chief Constable Sarah Jones said: “Coleen was well-respected and valued by all those who knew and worked with her.

“Her death has come as a great shock to everyone at West Yorkshire Police, and my thoughts remain with Coleen’s family, friends and colleagues at this difficult time.”

Coleen was found at her home on Thursday, January 15.

Her family and colleagues are being supported by specially trained officers, staff, and dedicated support services.

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police Federation said: “All at West Yorkshire Police Federation are devastated to report the off duty death of our colleague Sgt Coleen Mellor last week.

“Our thoughts are with her family, friends and close colleagues at this time and we are supporting them as best as we can.

“Coleen will be remembered on the Wakefield and Leeds district teams as a popular colleague and she will be much missed.

“Officers and police staff members who are struggling should know that they are not alone, and that there are people there to help.”