PITTSVILLE, MD – A 16-year veteran law enforcement officer was shot and killed while trying to apprehend a known fugitive inside an apartment complex in Maryland.
Today, Sheriff Mike Lewis said Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard, a 16 year veteran law enforcement officer was gunned down in Pittsville 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,” Sheriff Lewis said. “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.”
No further information was provided and the Maryland State Police is expected to give a more detailed press conference today regarding the shooting.