Just hours ago, Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard, a 16 year veteran law enforcement officer was gunned down in Pittsville, Maryland while attempting to apprehend a fugitive who was wanted on multiple felony warrants in multiple jurisdictions. Deputy Hilliard spotted the suspect coming out of an apartment complex and a foot pursuit ensued. Deputy Hilliard was fatally shot while attempting to apprehend the suspect. After an extensive manhunt by dozens of law enforcement officers from throughout the region, the suspect was captured and is awaiting arraignment. There is no further threat by this man to our communities.
The days ahead will be challenging, but for now, we are mourning the loss of an incredible human being. Deputy Glenn Hilliard was a son, a husband and a father to three beautiful children, a brother to those he worked with, and an exemplary public servant to the citizens of Wicomico County and to the State of Maryland. Our hearts and prayers go out to Glenn’s family during this difficult time.
As an organization, we are heartbroken over this senseless and tragic murder. This loss exacts an enormous emotional toll on the Sheriff’s Office family, but we will do what is necessary and proper to honor Glenn and support those who knew and loved him. Brave men and women like Glenn Hilliard put their lives in danger every day to protect our families, and I am extremely grateful to them for keeping our communities safe. Glenn worked in several areas within the Sheriff’s Office, having most recently transferred back to patrol upon request. Glenn would have celebrated his 42nd birthday next Wednesday, June 22nd.
Sheriff Lewis would like to express his sincere gratitude and appreciation to all law enforcement agencies from across the state that responded to our call of assistance tonight. I am incredibly thankful for the outpouring of support from all of my fellow sheriffs, chiefs and federal law enforcement partners.
It’s been over 5 hours since the Sheriff’s office posted about this tragedy. My feed on facebook has been flooded with everyone sharing the post and offering their condolences. …….Not one word from the City of Salisbury. They remain silent.
Jake Day has really drawn a “select” class of people to the salisbury/wico county area. Every day it’s attempted murder, murder, drug distribution arrests. Sad to see what Salisbury wicomico county has become yet your so called leaders are all scrambling to the airport to take pictures with another waste Hogan as he came in to grandstand off the death of a police officer. Worthless bunch of POS that you elect
G.I. Jake has better things, in his opinion, to do.
Extremely sad for your loss and all the officers he knew and family. You are the most respected force in this area and I believe will remain so. I wish the SPD had the same values and ability you have I put their failures and programs at the feet of Chief Duncan maybe she will take to heart this officers loss and learn to put citizens first not the rights of criminals. You and your dept the Wicomico County Sheriffs office are truly respected in this area and the whole state. Thank you for your service.
I hope that bastard they captured has some dirt on hillary.
Another local police officer killed in just over a year. This is so sad, I pray for his family. RIP
So very sad. Praying for his family.
Turn off 47 News they did not even break away from the Jan 6th mess to cover the Press Conference that Sherriff Lewis had. I want to truly believe that Sheriff Lewis is on the Right Side and is truly a Good Person.
As for Hogan he should have just stayed in Annapolis or DC with the rest of the Swamp Creatures. The made up crocodile tears did not get it with me. I am sorry I know how corrupt Hogan is and I can’t stand him he stole the Unemployment $ that was supposed to be funded through Sept. and personally I hope this Asshole and His Wife Enjoy their Stay at the Spa but please be sure and take this Asshole in Salisbury with you. Sorry I have absolutely no respect for any of them.
12:24pm, I, too, hope he knows alot about Hillary and Bill. Waiting……..