Abingdon, MARYLAND — Two Harford County Sheriff’s Deputies were shot and a suspect was killed during an incident at an Abingdon shopping center Wednesday. Both Deputies have since died from their injuries. The suspect was wanted on outstanding warrants.
One deputy was a 30 year veteran of this agency, and served in the Court Services Division. The other deputy had served this agency for 16 years and was assigned to the Community Services Division.
The deceased gunman is David Brian Evans, a 67 year old white male. Evans had at least two outstanding warrants in two states. One criminal warrant out of the State of Florida for assaulting a police officer and fleeing and eluding. The second is a Circuit Court civil writ issued by the Circuit Court of Harford County.
Preliminary information indicates at least two Harford County Sheriff’s Office deputies fired rounds at the suspect. Both, per protocol, are on administrative leave, pending an investigation. Evidence from multiple crime scenes is currently being processed, that will identify who fired the rounds that struck the suspect. A loaded handgun was recovered from the suspect.
MORE — At 11:46 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the Panera Bread in Abingdon for an investigation.
While inside the Panera, the suspect fired at the deputy, striking him. The suspect then fled the restaurant, and was observed heading to the area of the Parkview Apartments.
A second deputy attempted to make contact with the suspect and was struck by gunfire.
Additional deputies on scene fired at the suspect. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
There are no additional suspects, or any further threat to community safety, police said.
Governor Larry Hogan released the following statement: “Anytime law enforcement or first responders lose their lives in the line of duty, it is a tragedy and today’s violence in Abingdon and the deaths of two Harford County sheriff’s deputies is nothing less than absolutely heartbreaking. Our administration is committed to assisting Harford County during this investigation, and the Maryland State Police are working closely with local law enforcement to provide support as needed.
The First Lady and I send our most sincere thoughts and prayers to the families and loved ones of the brave deputies who made the ultimate sacrifice today for the community they selflessly served. It is my hope that their commitment and dedication to law enforcement and protecting others will be remembered and will forever serve as an inspiration to others.”
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