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Longtime Platte County Prosecutor Eric Zahnd Dies at 53

Friday, September 18, 2026 at 6:01 AM

Platte County Prosecuting Attorney Eric Zahnd has passed away at the age of 53, local officials confirmed Thursday afternoon. Platte County Sheriff Erik Holland confirmed the news, prompting tributes from colleagues across the state, including Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway. Zahnd, who spent years serving the community, is being remembered by state and local leaders…

Platte County Prosecuting Attorney Eric Zahnd has passed away at the age of 53, local officials confirmed Thursday afternoon. Platte County Sheriff Erik Holland confirmed the news, prompting tributes from colleagues across the state, including Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway. Zahnd, who spent years serving the community, is being remembered by state and local leaders for his dedication to public safety and the rule of law.

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