Maryland judge murdered at residence.
Tragic Loss: Maryland Judge Fatally Shot at Home
A shocking incident unfolded on Thursday night in Washington County, Maryland, as a beloved circuit court judge was tragically killed at his residence. The lifeless body of Andrew Wilkinson was discovered in the driveway of his Hagerstown home at approximately 8 p.m., bearing the unmistakable signs of gunshot wounds, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Despite immediate transportation to Meritus Medical Center, Wilkinson succumbed to his injuries.
The sheriff’s office is treating Wilkinson’s death as a homicide and plans to provide further information during an upcoming press conference.
Since January 10, 2020, Wilkinson had been serving as an associate judge for Washington County’s 4th Judicial Circuit, leaving behind a notable legacy in his field. The news of his untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting heartfelt condolences from individuals such as Neil Parrott, a Maryland state delegate representing Washington County.
“Horrible news. It appears that Judge Andrew Wilkinson was shot multiple times and has passed away. Police are actively searching for the murderer. Please pray for our police and for Judge Wilkinson’s family at this time,” expressed Parrott.
As authorities intensify their efforts to bring the perpetrator to justice, Maryland state troopers have been dispatched to provide protection for other judges, ensuring their safety in the wake of this devastating incident. Hagerstown, the location of the tragedy, lies approximately an hour west of Baltimore.
Click here to read more from the Washington Examiner.
How long had Judge Wilkinson been serving as an associate judge for Washington County’s 4th Judicial Circuit?
Tragic Loss: Maryland Judge Fatally Shot at Home
A shocking incident unfolded on Thursday night in Washington County, Maryland, as a beloved circuit court judge was tragically killed at his residence. The lifeless body of Andrew Wilkinson was discovered in the driveway of his Hagerstown home at approximately 8 p.m., bearing the unmistakable signs of gunshot wounds, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Despite immediate transportation to Meritus Medical Center, Wilkinson succumbed to his injuries.
“The sheriff’s office is treating Wilkinson’s death as a homicide and plans to provide further information during an upcoming press conference.”
Since January 10, 2020, Wilkinson had been serving as an associate judge for Washington County’s 4th Judicial Circuit, leaving behind a notable legacy in his field. The news of his untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting heartfelt condolences from individuals such as Neil Parrott, a Maryland state delegate representing Washington County.
“Horrible news. It appears that Judge Andrew Wilkinson was shot multiple times and has passed away. Police are actively searching for the murderer. Please pray for our police and for Judge Wilkinson’s family at this time,” expressed Parrott.
As authorities intensify their efforts to bring the perpetrator to justice, Maryland state troopers have been dispatched to provide protection for other judges, ensuring their safety in the wake of this devastating incident. Hagerstown, the location of the tragedy, lies approximately an hour west of Baltimore.
Click here to read more from the Washington Examiner.
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